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AUTUMN 2018 | HONOR ROLL of DONORS
Dare to be A LIGHT FOR OTHERS Preparing young people to serve and to lead in our ever-changing world Students are challenged to put their faith into action. Service to others is central to a Lasallian Catholic education allowing students to discover a world that is hungry for their contributions. Service opportunities at Justin-Siena are plentiful, including immersion trips, local aid, and charity drives. Students are further encouraged to identify needs within their own communities and respond. BOARD OF TRUSTEES
ADMINISTRATION
PUBLISHING CREDITS
Welcome to the Autumn 2018 issue
Mr. Thomas Durante ’93 Chair
David J. Holquin President
of AVANTI magazine celebrating
Sr. Susan Allbritton, OP
who we are as a Lasallian Catholic
Mr. Walter Mickens
Ms. Heidi Harrison Chief Academics Officer
Editor-in-Chief & Graphic Designer: Eileen Mize, Director of Communications
school! Given the annual nature of
Mr. Dennis Pedisich
this publication, the content has
Mr. Richard Pio Roda, Esq. ’94
FROM THE EDITOR’S DESK
been expanded to include a more indepth look at who we are as a school and the impact we are having on our global community. I hope you enjoy the stories, news, and information that connect us as Braves, renew our hope in the future, and make us all proud to be a part of the Justin-Siena community. —EILEEN MIZE, Director of Communications
Comments and/or editorial contributions can be sent to Director of Communications Eileen Mize at emize@justin-siena.org. The School reserves the right to publish and/ or edit material to reflect the values of our mission.
Mr. Lawrence Puck Mr. Michael Soldati
Mr. Robert Bailey Chief Operations Officer Ms. Alma Gallegos Dean of Academics
Br. George Van Grieken, FSC ’70
Mr. Stan Cordero Dean of Student Life
David J. Holquin President
Ms. Lauren Hesser Asst. Dean of Student Life
Mr. John Van Hofwegen Secretary & Financial Officer Ms. Caroline Bettencourt Gerlomes ’79 Recording Secretary
POSTMASTERS AND READERS
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Table of CONTENTS AVANTI is a Justin-Siena news magazine for alumni, families, and friends AUTUMN 2018
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A JUBILEE YEAR FOR LASALLIANS
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WE BELIEVE: SETTING THE TONE FOR STUDENT CULTURE
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VOCATION DAY 2018 INSPIRING THE NEXT GENERATION
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THE RIPPLE EFFECT OF TRANSFORMING LIVES
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FACULTY FOCUS
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THEATRE 50TH ANNIVERSARY
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BRAVES REPORT
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ALUMNI NEWS
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HONOR ROLL OF DONORS
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FROM THE OFFICE of THE PRESIDENT
Dear Justin-Siena Community,
UPCOMING EVENTS
It is quite fitting that you receive your copy of Avanti in this season of thanks, as Justin-Siena has a great deal for which we give thanks at this time of year, and every day.
December 1 INSTRUMENTAL MUSIC CONCERT
The Brothers of the Christian Schools
Join us in Siena Hall for “O Souly Night”
8 CHORAL MUSIC CONCERT Join us in the Chapel at Mont La Salle and get in the Christmas spirit with the joyful sounds of our choir
January 24 COMEDYSPORTZ HS LEAGUE
The Brothers arrived in California 150 years ago this year, as Brother Justin McMahon, FSC (namesake for Justin High School) brought with him a team of Brothers to create high schools and Saint Mary’s College at the request of Archbishop Joseph Alemany. Our District of San Francisco New Orleans stands on the shoulders of those early Brothers and our District has 24 different apostolates serving in places from Washington down to California, across to Texas and Colorado and stretching into New Orleans. It is a great gift to belong to this District and make a local impact within a worldwide network.
Generous Benefactors
Opening night of our 8th season of competitive improv in Siena Hall; runs through Sunday, Jan. 27.
Thank you to the many individuals who support Justin-Siena by making us one of your philanthropic priorities. As you will read, your donation supports our work on a daily basis and the investment in the young people entrusted to our care reaps benefits while they are at Justin-Siena into their life. Thank you, obviously, isn’t enough to express how grateful we all are for your support.
February 2 34TH ANNUAL CRAB FEST
Serve and lead in an ever-changing world
Join us for our biggest fundraiser of the year—happening in the Clark Gym.
March 14-24 ENCORE 50TH ANNIVERSARY SPRING MUSICAL Celebrate 50 years of Justin-Siena Theatre with an Anniversary Gala on March 17, 2019.
May 3 FOUNDERS DAY
Throughout this magazine, you will notice we are highlighting members of our Justin-Siena community who take up the mantle from our mission statement to serve and to lead. It is a great way for our community to celebrate the work that our students and alumni do. And why they do. We hope that it is our work in cultivating young people to be servant leaders which challenges them to think of others. There isn’t enough space to express my gratitude, on behalf of our students, staff, and community, for all that you do to make Justin-Siena a priority. May God continue to inspire our efforts and help us authentically live out our mission “to provide educational excellence in a loving, Christ-centered community that prepares students to serve and to lead in an ever-changing world.” Warmly,
29 BACCALAUREATTE MASS 30 GRADUATION Congratulations to the Class of 2019 Visit www.justin-siena.org for the complete calendar and more information.
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David J. Holquin President
FROM THE CHAIR of THE BOARD OF TRUSTEES It is with great pleasure I begin my tenure as the Chair of the Board of Trustees at Justin-Siena High School. As an alumnus of the school, I know firsthand the transformational education provided here, and I am honored to serve the school. The Board of Trustees is comprised of volunteers who govern on behalf of the De La Salle Christian Brothers. Potential board members undergo training on the Lasallian charism and Policy Governance—the model of school governance used by all 24 Lasallian schools throughout the District of San Francisco New Orleans.
THOMAS DURANTE ’93 Board Chair
Board of Trustees (l–r): Back: Laurence Puck, Dennis Pedisich, Walter Mickens, Michael Soldati Front: Br. George Van Grieken, FSC ’70, Sr. Susan Allbritton, OP, Thomas Durante ’93 Not pictured:
The Board seeks to answer three important questions: Whom do we serve? What do we provide? At what cost? Further, we meet near monthly to monitor the operation of the school through the position of the President—the Board’s sole employee. Policy Governance separates the issues of organizational purpose (the Board’s role) from organizational activities (the President’s role) to allow the school maximum flexibility in achieving its goals and our stated Ends Policies—which answer the three questions above. This Honor Roll of Donors is a reflection of the good work of this community in achieving its goals. The diligence and energy from this community who supports the mission of Justin-Siena “to provide educational excellence in a loving, Christ-centered community that prepares students to serve and to lead in an ever-changing world” helps us thrive. On behalf of the Board of Trustees and the De La Salle Christian Brothers, please accept my sincerest appreciation for your support and enthusiasm in making Justin-Siena a vibrant Lasallian Catholic learning community.
Richard Pio Roda, Esq. ’94
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MISSION MATTERS
Stewards of a Shared Mission
For greater understanding of all the entities and associations related to the governance of Justin-Siena, the following overview will educate and inform.
Brief History
The Brothers
Justin-Siena was founded in 1966 as Justin High School for
The De La Salle Christian Brothers are the moral, reli-
boys and Siena High School for girls, sponsored by the De
gious, and canonical owners of Justin-Siena High School.
La Salle Christian Brothers and the Dominican Sisters of
While the school is a separately incorporated 501(c)3,
San Rafael, respectively. These two schools, built on adjoin-
the Brothers maintain reserve powers as the Corporate
ing campuses, merged in1972 and co-sponsored what then
Member of the school’s Bylaws to ensure that the mis-
became Justin-Siena High School until 2006, when the
sion and vision of Justin-Siena maintains its Lasallian
Brothers assumed sole sponsorship of the school. It was at
Catholic identity. Justin-Siena is not like schools spon-
this time that the school’s Board of Trustees adopted the Pol-
sored by the Diocese (such as Cardinal Newman or St.
icy Governance model, a model employed by all 24 schools in
Patrick-St. Vincent). Similar to accreditation, every six or
our District of San Francisco New Orleans.
so years, Justin-Siena goes through a Lasallian Catholic
Partnership for Mission
Assessment Process (LCAP) in which members of our District, the District Leadership Team, and colleagues
The word partnership has many layers to it. The partner-
serving at other Lasallian schools, assess our progress
ships at Justin-Siena require each entity to play their part
in living out our Mission, affirm our strengths, and offer
to ensure that the young people entrusted to our care re-
areas for improvement.
ceive an excellent education.
The Board of Trustees The Board serves on behalf of the De La Salle Christian
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MISSION MATTERS Brothers (who are the Corporate Member of the Justin-Sie-
ing, Christ-centered community,” that our families have
na High School Corporation). They are a volunteer, self-sus-
come to expect. Along with school leadership, our staff is
taining Board who undergo extensive training in the Lasal-
called to bring their best selves to help our students discov-
lian charism (history and mission), Policy Governance ® (the
er their best selves through the ways that we adults, “see,
model of school governance at all District of San Francisco
know, and love” the students entrusted to our care.
New Orleans schools), and context of secondary education in the 21st century. The Board concerns itself with providing
Students
strategic thinking to assist the school in thriving today and
Our students’ most important role is to embrace all that
into the future. The Trustees hire a President who is respon-
Justin-Siena has to offer. We hope our students learn how
sible for assuring that the school’s mission and vision are
to think critically, discover passions, try new things, and
aligned, fulfilled, and consonant with our Lasallian Catholic
above all see that they have God-given gifts and talents to
mission. Consistent with practices at other Lasallian Cath-
share with their community and our world.
olic schools, the Board does not have representation from the parent or faculty community, though from time to time
Parents
they may seek the input of those constituents as they mon-
Parents are partners in this educational enterprise. Whether
itor the performance of the President.
it is through supporting their child’s academic and co-curricular pursuits, participating in the fundraising and volun-
The President
teer opportunities, or simply sharing the good news about
The Board’s sole employee is the President. The Trustees
our education with others, parents are key to Justin-Siena’s
hire a President to be responsible for carrying out the
current and future success.
school’s mission, provide strategic vision and direction, collaborate with faculty and staff to achieve the school’s ed-
We each have a role to play, and as we are reminded,
ucational outcomes, and assure that the school thrives. As
“To whom much is given, much is expected.” We each
the only employee of the Board, the President then has ul-
have been given the incredible gift of the life-transform-
timate responsibility for all other employees of the school,
ing education that we provide at Justin-Siena and be-
and has the latitude, within the confines of Policy Gover-
cause of that we are grateful and have the responsibility
nance, to carry out the mission.
to thoughtfully steward this education for the next generation to be served.
Faculty, Staff, Coaches The Justin-Siena faculty, staff, and coaches animate our mission. They provide the “educational excellence in a lov-
Pictured opposite: representatives from the alumni, student body, staff, parent, and trustees met in the Gasser Center on four occasions in spring 2018 to discuss our shared mission through our Community Conversations.
Celebrating our Lasallian Catholic heritage, we embrace our place in a ministry that spans continents, centuries, and generations.
80
3,695
De La Salle Christian Brothers worldwide
COUNTRIES WITHIN OUR NETWORK OF LASALLIAN SCHOOLS
1966
1M+
of Justin-Siena
Lasallian ministry through-
High School
out the world each year
The founding year
68,832
students (K-12 & college) educated in one of 101 Lasallian ministries within our Lasallian Region of North America
Students being served in a
61
colleges/universi-
Brothers have been canonized, 150 are beatified, 8 Venerables, and another 5 are either on the way to sainthood with their process begun or nearing completion
St. John Baptist de La Salle gathers his teachers in his home and begins to form Christian Schools.” In 1725 the
ties found in the
Institute received the formal
U.S. and abroad
approbation of the Church
89,522 Lasallian partners serving in 1,083 ministries worldwide
1680
them into the “Brothers of the Number of Lasallian
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Justin-Siena is located in San FranciscoNew Orleans District— one of 4 Districts in the North American Region
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MISSION MATTERS From France to Napa A Lasallian Timeline April 30, 1651—Birth of John Baptist de La Salle in Rheims, France at the Hotel de la Cloche on La Ballesta Street. The Brothers in France were able to purchase this property in January of 1956. October 10, 1661—La Salle becomes a student at Bons Enfant. January 7, 1667—La Salle is appointed canon of Rheims Cathedral October 18, 1670—La Salle enters seminary of Saint Sulpice in Paris while studying at La Sorbonne
A JUBILEE YEAR for Lasallians Everywhere Br. Justin McMahon, FSC was the first Brother to reach this area—the namesake of Justin-Siena
March 21, 1676—La Salle is ordained a Deacon in the episcopal palace of Rheims January 26, 1678—La Salle earns a Bachelor of Arts in Theology at the University of Rheims
U.S. Lasallian History
April 9, 1678—La Salle is ordained a priest and celebrates his first Mass in the chapel in Rheims
Following in the footsteps of founder Saint
April 15, 1679—La Salle opens the first school in the parish of Saint Maurice in Rheims after agreeing to help Adrian Nyel open a free school for poor boys 1680—Birth of the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian School; La Salle earns Doctorate in Theology at the University of Rheims June 24, 1681—La Salle gathers the first teachers in his home; a year later La Salle joins them to live in community October 1, 1685—La Salle opens a formation center called the Seminary for Country Teachers. This is considered the beginning to Teacher Training Schools.
Colorado, Louisiana, New Mexico, Oregon, Texas, and Washington, and in Tijuana, Mexico.
John Baptist de La Salle, the first De La Salle
As both a local presence and a member
Christian Brothers first arrived in North Amer-
of the worldwide Lasallian family, our District
ica in the early 1800s and established the first
exists to animate and support our educational
permanent Lasallian school in Montreal, Can-
mission as it is carried out through the minis-
ada, in 1837. In 1842, John McMullin became
tries and activities that our District sponsors.
the first American De La Salle Brother. He
This is accomplished through its organization-
founded Calvert Hall in Baltimore, Maryland,
al structures and initiatives, as well as through
in 1845, which became the first permanent
its traditional Lasallian culture of faith in the
Lasallian school in the United States and con-
presence and action of God, association for
tinues to be administered by the Brothers to-
a common spiritual and professional vision
day as Calvert Hall College High School. For
and purpose, and service in meeting the ed-
more than a century-and-a-half, the Lasallian
ucational needs of all members of the human
educational mission has spread throughout
family, especially the young and the poor.
the United States and Canada with the establishment of schools, ministries, and services
150 Years in California
June 9, 1686—the first Brothers individually pronounce their vow of obedience for three years.
that have adapted to the changing needs of
In 1856, San Francisco Archbishop Joseph
the times over the years as it continues “to
Alemany asked the Brothers to staff his new
provide a human and Christian education to
Saint Mary’s College in Oakland, California.
February 27, 1688—La Salle opens the first school in Paris in the parish of Saint Sulpice.
the young, especially the poor.”
Busy establishing new communities and min-
June 6, 1694—On the Feast of the Holy Trinity, John Baptist de La Salle and 12 Brothers make perpetual vows of Association, Stability, and Obedience in the Society of the Brothers of the Christian Schools. 1703—La Salle writes and publishes his first textbooks—“Duties of a Christian” and “Rules of Christian Decorum and Civility.”
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istries in the eastern United States, it would
District of San Francisco New Orleans
be 12 years before the Brothers would be able to accept the invitation.
The District of San Francisco New Orleans is
On August 10, 1868, eight Brothers sailed
part of the Lasallian Region of North America
into San Francisco Bay and then made the
of the Institute of the Brothers of the Christian
five-mile trip to Saint Mary’s College, where
Schools. The District family is composed of
they accepted the keys and the responsibility
over 115 Brothers and over 2,000 Lasallian Part-
for the school. It was the beginning of the
ners. Together, they serve over 21,000 students
Brothers’ presence in the west, and of the
in 24 apostolates located in Arizona, California,
then District of San Francisco.
MISSION MATTERS Today, Saint Mary’s College of California thrives in Moraga, along with other Pacific Coast apostolates that would eventually spring up in the state, as well as in Oregon, Washington, Arizona, and Ciudad Tijuana in Mexico.
100 Years in Louisiana After being forced to withdraw from Louisiana in the late 1800s due to financial hardships and a yellow fever epidemic, the Brothers returned to the state in 1918 by way of two new apostolates. They assumed ownership of Saint Paul’s School in Covington, a town across Lake Ponchartrain from New Orleans, and they opened Saint Peter’s College in New Iberia, 130 miles west of New Orleans. Today in Louisiana, the Brothers continue to conduct Saint Paul’s School, as well as Christian Brothers School and De La Salle High School, both in New Orleans, and Archbishop Rummel High School in nearby Metairie. The Brothers’ return also would help lead, in 1925, to the founding of the then District of New Orleans-Santa Fe, with additional apostolates in New Mexico, Colorado, and Texas.
300 Years Since St. John Baptist de La Salle’s Entry into Eternal Life In 1719, John Baptist de La Salle was 67 years old and in failing health. The Founder was living outside of Rouen, France at St. Yon, a property that served as the center of his young Order of Brothers of the Christian Schools. As Easter approached, it became apparent that the Founder was dying. During Holy Week, he received the sacraments of Viaticum and Extreme Unction. At the request of the Superior, Brother Bartholomew, he was blessed along with all the members of the Order. On Good Friday, April 7, John Baptist De La Salle made an effort to rise from his bed as if to greet someone, then joined his hands, raised his eyes to heaven, and died, surrounded by his Brothers. His last words had been, “Yes, I adore God guiding me in all the events of my life.”
March 19, 1719—On the feast of St. Joseph, La Salle, seriously ill, celebrates his last Mass. On April 5 he receives the anointing of the sick. April 7, 1719—John Baptist de La Salle dies in Rouen on Good Friday. His last words were, “I adore in all things the will of God in my regard.” 1817—Brothers Antonin, Aubin and Fulgence, the first De La Salle Brothers to come to North America, arrived in Annapolis, Maryland. May 8, 1840—La Salle is declared venerable by Pope Gregory XVI. 1842—John McMullin of Baltimore entered the Montreal Novitiate and took the name Francis to become the first American De La Salle Brother. 1845—Brother Francis opened Calvert Hall in Baltimore, the first permanent Lasallian school in the United States (now Calvert Hall College High School). 1868—The District of San Francisco is founded. On July 16, 1868, four Brothers boarded the Ocean Queen in New York. Of these, only one was a born American; the others were immigrants from Ireland, Germany, and Switzerland. Late in the evening of August 10, they sailed into San Francisco Bay. The very next day, they made the five-mile journey along Old Mission Road to the grounds of Saint Mary’s College, where Brother Justin McMahon accepted the keys and the responsibility of the school. Brother Justin became the first Visitor of the District of San Francisco and is the namesake of Justin-Siena High School. 1882—Christian Brothers Winery started operations. In 1957, the winery was separately incorporated as Mont La Salle Vineyards, a commercial, tax-paying entity. The royalties from winery profits were used to support the De La Salle Institute’s educational works and communities and Novitiate. The operation and rights to the name were sold to Heublein, Inc. in 1989. February 19, 1888—Beatification of John Baptist de La Salle by Pope Leo XIII. May 24, 1900—Canonization of Blessed John Baptist de La Salle by Pope Leo XIII. Fun fact: during the celebration electricity was used for the first time at St. Peter’s Basilica. Four years later a statue of St. La Salle was placed in St. Peter’s in the central nave. May 15, 1950—St. John Baptist de La Salle is declared Patron Saint of Teachers by Pope Pius XII. September 1966—Justin High School for Boys opens adjacent to Siena High School, an all-girls high school operated by the Dominican Sisters of San Rafael. Brother Bede Van Duren, FSC, was appointed as the first principal at Justin, and Sr. Carol Quinn, OP, was appointed as the first principal at Siena. Each school began with a freshman class of 49 students, and the first graduations took place in June 1970 with 54 Justin boys and 53 Siena girls. 1972—The two schools merged to form Justin-Siena High School which was co-sponsored until 2006 at which time the Brothers assumed sole sponsorship. 2014—The new San Francisco New Orleans District is formed by merging the San Francisco and New Orleans-Santa Fe Districts. Br. Donald Johanson, FSC becomes the first Visitor of the newly formed District. 2016—Justin-Siena celebrated its 50th Anniversary.
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MISSION MATTERS
WE BELIEVE
Setting the Tone for Student Culture Justin-Siena beleives our students learn well by doing.
Each year students have focused on a particular theme
Therefore, we charge student leaders with setting stu-
to guide their actions and activities and provide for a
dent culture through events, service, and other initia-
common language. The 2018-19 academic year is focus-
tives and by modeling an all-heart attitude for others.
ing on “We Believe.”
Justin-Siena students are called to be whole hearted
Student leaders addressed the community and
in living out the five Lasallian core principles—nurtur-
shared that “We Believe” as a statement of faith, would
ing their faith in the presence of God, demonstrating
be the focus for the year. “As learners, part of our jour-
respect for others, fostering an inclusive community,
ney is identifying and embodying what we deeply be-
showing concern for the poor and social justice, and
lieve. When we say ‘we believe’ it is not just about our
taking full advantage of the quality educational oppor-
religious identity or the practice of our faith, it is about
tunities provided. Students BELIEVE, LOVE, and WILL.
belief—creed, conviction, trust. It is also an acknowl-
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MISSION MATTERS
edgement of the importance and value of believing in
do for each other is to believe.
ourselves. We can do what we set our minds to do. Our
“When you hear the word ‘believe,’ you probably
confidence comes from knowing that we have the train-
think of some baseless hope for the future or a faith in
ing, the skills, the creativity, and the spirit to be our best
a higher power. However, believing, to me means some-
selves and to achieve our own successes.”
thing more profound, almost indescribable, something
We believe that we were created by a loving God, full
that you know to be the truth. Because in my heart, not
of surprises, who knows the plans in place for each one
only do I know there is a holy and ever-present God, I
of us. Whatever comes, we believe that all things invite
know that one day Paul is going to discover the cure
us into the wonderful—and sometimes messy—work of
for diseases, or that Liam will look down from his perch
becoming the people we were born to be, to build a
at 30,000 feet, or that Cameron will organize an effort
world that protects and promotes
to clean the ocean of trash, or An-
the dignity of every human person
drea will look back and see the 100s
and all that God has made us to be. We believe. George Khoury ’21 summed it up. “Though I have only been at Justin-Siena for a year, I have experi-
We believe in the holy presence of God, but also, we believe in each other.
of patients she has rehabilitated. It is not a baseless hope; it is simply a fact. This is the power of belief. “So, I challenge all of us to not only think, ‘We Believe in the holy
enced something truly incredible. I
presence of God,’ but also, ‘We Be-
have seen the immense support and
lieve in each other.’”
encouragement that we can give to each other by just
When student leaders asked what their peers be-
believing. I was homeschooled from fourth grade until
lieved in, these were the top responses: We believe
freshman year, so the only people I really got to know
in the power of effort, standing together, something
were my siblings.
greater, and the Holy Presence of God. These concepts
“That is why, when I came to this school, I experienced a new thing. I found myself surrounded by 100s
embody what it means for to us to “Believe” and will serve as the foundation for the rest of the school year.
of extremely talented individuals, who all had their own goals and accomplishments. And as I started to learn about their backgrounds and their plans for the future, I started to believe in each and every one of them. For example, Paul Kelly ’21, who is studying extremely hard so that he can become a biochemist. Or Liam Mulcahy ’21, who is fueling his work drive with his dream to one day fly a Boeing 747. Or, Cameron Herrick ’21, who, inspired by his love for the ocean, applies himself every single day so that he can become a marine biologist. Or Andrea Gil ’21, who wants to become a physical therapist so she can help others. The fact is, every single person here has their own hopes and dreams and their own God-destined legends that they have an inherent need to fulfill. One of the most amazing things we can
Picture opposite (l–r) Sidney Horne ’20, Miles Williams ’20, Sean Flaherty ’21, and Marianne Fernandez ’20.
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MISSION MATTERS
VOCATION DAY 2018
Inspiring the next generation of Braves BY MR. LOUIS PIEROTTI ’72 Instructor in English
The “Road Trip” theme of this
out of college, she took on the
year’s Homecoming was an excel-
responsibility of directing North
lent metaphor for Vocation Day, an
American operations for the non-
event that showcased the occupa-
profit environmental action group
tions of more than twenty alums
350.org. Climbing to the posi-
who came back “home” to share
tion of Executive Director, she
the stories of their journeys. A wide
found herself breaking ground on
array of professions are represent-
two fronts; ecology and women’s
ed by Justin-Siena grads who illus-
rights. Spearheading 350.org’s ef-
trate the sometimes unexpected
forts to oppose new coal, oil, and
roads to their careers. Held every
gas projects, in favor of clean ener-
two years during Homecoming
gy, she has the distinction of being
week, this inspiring day allows our
the first person in the United States
students the opportunity to catch
to be profiled by Time magazine as
a vivid glimpse of their own poten-
part of its annual series on “Next
tial through the insights and advice
Generation Leaders.” May candid-
of professionals. In preparation for
ly expressed the challenges of be-
the event Religion classes explored
ing the only woman in a room full
the concept of “vocation.” Consist-
of male executives. “As a man you
ing of a keynote speech, and two
are seen as speaking for yourself,
breakout sessions, Vocation Day
as a woman you are perceived as
unites graduates and students in
speaking for all women.”
creating a vision of the future.
Pay close attention to your moments of passion, they will faithfully guide you to your calling.” —MAY BOEVE ’02
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In her keynote address, “Our
President David Holquin intro-
Climate, Our Future,” May drew di-
duced the proceedings by quot-
rect correlations between her high
ing Frederick Buechner, “The place
school experience and the world of
God calls you to is the place where
nonprofit leadership. “When I was
your deep gladness and the world’s
preparing for today’s talk I found
deep hunger meet.” The keynote
my
speaker, May Boeve ’02 (pictured
t-shirt,” proudly adding, “It still
left), discussed both the hunger
fits!” What started locally for her as
and gladness on the road to her
eight kids in a recycling project has
career. Studying Political Science
evolved into a global commitment
at Middlebury College she was an
to the vital issues of social and cli-
activist and Scholar in Residence
mate change. “My Biology teacher,
when she met the renowned envi-
Mr. Chris O’Connor, met with us on
ronmentalist Bill McKibben. Fresh
his own time during lunch and af-
Justin-Siena
Ecology
Club
MISSION MATTERS
ter school. He listened to our ideas and actually made ecology a ‘cool’ thing to do.” She is still in touch with her mentor, emphatically stating, “I wouldn’t be doing what I’m doing today if it wasn’t for Justin-Siena.” When asked for one word that best describes our school, she immediately responded, “open.” Currently she networks with diverse religious groups in 188 countries and firmly believes that her openness was nurtured by her Justin-Siena experience. In a community of tolerance and inclusion, “It was ok to be idiosyncratic. It was acceptable to be different.” Her advice for our students was, “Pay close attention to your moments of passion, they will faithfully guide you to
legiances.” Clare Garcia ’19, cited Mr. Day’s break-out
your calling.”
group about the vocation of teaching as being the
Another sterling vocational presentation was pro-
most constructive and helpful that she attended. “He
vided by a member of our own faculty, veteran history
was very clear and practical about educational require-
teacher Jim Day ’72 (pictured below). When I spoke
ments and certifications, as well as the importance of
with Jim about his JS experience he named two teach-
choosing a grade level that is best suited to your own
ers as having a profound effect on his “habit of mind.”
personality.”
Jim Grobel and Brother Conrad Kearney. He credited
Sarah Panis ’08 (pictured above) at Vidaloop and
Mr. Grobel for inspiring his love of history and his aware-
serves as another great example of the many managers
ness of social justice in current events. Brother Conrad,
and entrepreneurs who provided informative one-on-
Jim’s speech and debate coach, “helped overcome my
one breakout sessions. In addition to her full time cor-
shyness and taught me how to develop the skills for
porate responsibilities she serves on a nonprofit board
seeing and defending both sides of an argument.” Jim
for Girls Rising, a group that provides opportunities and
also shared his grati-
mentorship for at-risk girls in San Diego. Sarah stated
tude for Brother Con-
that, “JSHS did a great job of shaping my perspective
rad’s guidance in faith
as a global citizen. We were always encouraged to think
formation. When Jim
about our greater impact, which I know fostered my
chose to join the Je-
passionate desire to achieve a social impact through
suits he said, “Brother
business.” Leadership teachers like Bob Bailey and Da-
Conrad had no objec-
vid Holquin, “really encouraged and challenged me to
tions to grooming me
do things outside of my comfort zone, and I believe
for a rival teaching
that’s what set me on my path to pursue leadership de-
order, he put my in-
velopment.”
terests and passions
Erin Kinda ’10 from Pixar Production Studios joined
ahead of his own al-
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as a formative experience because it fostered her mo-
ulty alum who made a significant impression on Aus-
tivation for helping others and connecting with people,
tin Parlett ’19. “She emphasized the importance of a
particularly in her role as a retreat leader. “I loved get-
Master’s degree when pursuing psychology. She made
ting to know other students on a deeper level, hearing
it very clear that even though undergraduate studies in
their stories and offering support and encouragement.”
psychology provide a great major, the graduate degree
Since 2004 Jill’s crucial role in our counseling de-
is essential for becoming a practicing psychologist.”
partment is a clear demonstration of how she is suc-
Austin was also touched by Ms. Sinclair’s reminiscence
cessfully fulfilling her high school passions and aspira-
about her own high school experience. He distinctly re-
tions.
called her statement, “ I wanted to be the person people could feel safe talking to when they had problems.” Jill herself cited Campus Ministry during her senior year
2018 Vocation Day Presenters (l–r): AJ Riebli ’87, Dominic Deguilio ’03, Tim Malloy ’87, Drew Dittman ’04, Taylor Bartolucci ’00, May Boeve ’02, Dr. Michael Savino ’02, David Sinclair ’99, Gianna Wright ’09, Jim Day ’72, Jordan Wright ’05, Genevieve Say ’14, Kyle Lely ’02, Erin Kinda ’10, Jill Woolley Sinclair ’99, Megan Castellucci ’11; Not pictured: Brandon LaRocca ’98 and Atheltic Director George Nessman
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RIPPLE EFFECT
The of Transforming Lives
BY EILEEN MIZE Director of Communications
As a Lasallian Catholic school, we are called to prepare
experiences offered. The great joy in delivering this sort of
young people to serve and to lead in an ever-changing
transformational education is realizing the ripple effect that
world. Through academic and co-curricular activities our
can happen and clearly illustrates just how Justin-Siena is
aim is to develop servant-leaders who understand that their
making an impact on communities near and far through its
education has a purpose beyond the important lessons and
alumni. Enjoy the following stories.
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MISSION MATTERS As St. Catherine of Siena (namesake of Justin-Siena) said, “be who God made you to be, and you will set the world on fire,” we believe that high school is the time for young people to discover their passions, understand the importance of service, and then share their gifts with the world. We are proud of and inspired by the people our alumni become and the multitude of ways they make an impact on their communities and the world. From Ethiopia to Alaska and from the East Coast to Seattle, and right here at 4026 Maher Street, learn about some of the ripples of our Justin-Siena family.
A Passion for Learning and Fixing Things When asked for a piece of advice he would share with a
live in a small town and pursue a career in IT has many
young student today, Ron Duvall ’01 (pictured previous
challenges, one being the lack of available positions. “I was
page) said, “Be flexible! Life may not go exactly as you
blessed that when my wife and I moved to Sitka, Alaska, an
have planned it to be. Only God truly has the knowledge
IT Director position with the city was available. This job has
of what that plan is, and your responsibility is to be ready
served to foster my love of learning new professions, from
for that plan when it is presented to you.” He may not have
wastewater and electric distributions to detailed general
realized it, but that is a very Lasallian trait—one right out of
ledger transactions.”
the Founder’s playbook. Like our Founder, St. John Baptist
Ron loves his work because he thrives on the challenge
de La Salle, Ron’s faith and openness to what might come
of fixing what is broken—a great trait for someone in IT
next has led him to a fulfilling volunteer position as Captain
and also for his work with Sitka Mountain Rescue. While on
of Sitka Mountain Rescue in Alaska.
the surface one could argue that hiking
Currently employed as the IT Director for the City and Borough of Sitka, Alaska, Ron is the first to admit that he never really was able to figure out what he wanted to do as a career, even during his time at Justin-Siena. “I enjoyed the few computer application classes offered, chemistry, physics, and math, but could not see a future in any
Alaska’s vast back-country could be the
Be flexible! Life may not go exactly as you have planned it to be. Only God truly has the knowledge of what that plan is.
one specific function. It was not until I
perfect antidote to tinkering with machines and technology, Ron is quick to draw the correlations. He loves a challenge, and both require quick thinking and problem solving—not to mention a reliance on technology in the form of GPS and mapping devices. Ron initially got involved in Mountain Rescue five years ago as a way to
discovered the challenge of Information Technology and
be proactive in his community and to be safe in his own off-
its application in every profession that I was truly engaged
the-grid adventures. With two young children and a wife
on a career path.” His love of adventure and the great out-
at home, he thought “what if something were to happen
doors, fueled by participating in Boy Scouts and growing
to me in a remote area—how would anyone find me”—and
up hiking and skiing the mountains of California, inspired
so he learned about and joined forces with Sitka Mountain
him to seek even more vast frontiers—Alaska.
Rescue so he could enjoy adventure while helping others
With a BBA in Management Information Systems from
in need. Being part of this team of forty volunteers has him
the University of Alaska Anchorage, he started as an In-
reminiscing about his days playing football with Coach
tern with the Alaska Department of Fish and Game in their
Cotruvo or baseball with Coach Rossi and the bonds and
Network Services Division and loved learning the business
camaraderie that comes from intensely working together
of fisheries science and game management. Wanting to
toward a common goal. –continued on p. 19.
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Fast forward four years, Brauck graduated from the University of Oregon in 2006 with a BA in Business Administration and International Relations and a minor in Spanish. Post-college, Brauck traveled, spending time living in Oregon, Southern California, Texas, and four months teaching English in Ecuador. In 2014, he took another step forward in his mission to serve by earning his master’s degree in Urban and Regional Planning with a focus in International Development from Virginia Tech University. He then put his passion into action and moved to Washington D.C. where
Inspired to Serve in Developing Countries Brauck Cullen ’02 credits his participation in a Justin-Siena service immersion trip with discovering a passion for helping people reach their potential. Spring break of his senior year was a life-changing experience for Brauck, but not in the way one might assume. Rather than spending his break at the beach or hanging out with friends, Brauck and a handful of his classmates and chaperones traveled to rural Expanapa, Mexico where they helped dig irrigation ditches and build the foundation for a community center while staying with local host families. Incredibly, some of the students were able to become close with the families with whom they stayed for such a short time, and got to see up close and personal what life is like for others outside of Napa, the Bay Area, and the United States. One such family truly touched Brauck in a way that still affects his life today. Upon hearing the father of a family of 4 kids, say something that many parents say—“I just want my kids to have the best life possible”— Brauck feared that given their current situation, the father’s dreams would be impossible to achieve. It was from that point on, he knew that he wanted to work to give every
he interned for an NGO (Non-Government Organization) called International Relief & Development. After completing his internship, he was hired as a Program Associate and quickly rose to become a Deputy Program Manager on a project in Kabul, Afghanistan. Brauck was able to spend nine months in Afghanistan supporting the World Bank sponsored Afghanistan Reconstruction Trust Fund project, the monitoring and evaluation function for all of the World Bank’s construction projects around the country. After this project, Brauck moved back to D.C. and began working with another NGO, Winrock International and supported projects in Ghana, Bangladesh, and South Sudan from the home office. Ten months later, opportunity knocked again, and Brauck answered. He moved to Addis Ababa, Ethiopia for thirteen months on a USAID project. While there, he worked with Tetra Tech on another monitoring/support project that assisted in the construction of seventeen much needed health centers around the country. Brauck has currently stepped back from the development field but admits that it is “not off the table” to return to it. He currently lives in San Antonio, Texas, where he is pursuing his real estate license. Brauck is grateful for his time at Justin-Siena and credits his high school service trip as a huge catalyst in his vocational journey.
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Authentic Prayer Includes Action Megan Savage Dominici ’92 recently returned to her alma
Constantly engaged in the life of the school, Megan was
mater and joined the staff as the Director of Retreats and
very action-oriented during her high school days from bas-
Immersion Programs. She is also a Facilitator at the Lake
ketball and volleyball (she holds a degree in Sports Science
Herron Ropes Course and the Executive Director of the
from the University of the Pacific) to campus ministry and
GIGG (God is Good Group) non-profit service group. A lo-
student leadership. The example she sets for our students
cal and longtime member of the Napa community, she also
today comes straight from her own experience—which un-
served as the Coordinator of Youth Min-
doubtedly fueled her passions. When
istry at St. Apollinaris Church for almost
asked about her current role Megan
20 years. Megan, a member of the Justin-Siena Alumni Hall of Honor (2018), says the Lasallian Catholic education she received at Justin-Siena is at the heart of who she is and all she does. “We are
I do what I do because I love it. I love developing young leaders through active service to others.
called into service with others. That is a lesson I took away from my time at Justin-Siena and my involvement in Campus Ministry. I believe
goes on to say, “I do what I do because I love it. I love developing young leaders through active service to others. Here’s the deal: most of the time those of us who are doing service are changed the most through the service we do. We aren’t out there just transforming lives, we are changing hearts—and most of those
hearts we change are our very own.”
in love in action! A popular phrase of Pope Francis is: ‘You
Megan finds great joy in interacting with students
pray for the hungry, and then you feed them. That is how
through experiences of service and retreats. She just com-
prayer works.’ Authentic prayer always includes action.”
pleted her first Kairos retreat of the year and found her time with the students at St. Joseph’s Camp inspiring. “To see young people slow down, get in touch with God and each other is such a blessing. We all live such busy lives and to have this opportunity to slow down and evaluate what is really important in our lives is simply a gift.” She loves her work with young people because of their energy and passion for life. “My advice to young people is, simply, to be kind. These two words provide a powerful message in the world we live in today. Be kind...be Jesus! In the craziness of our world, it is as simple as that.” It is her hope that through retreats and service programs, students will really come to understand that, and go out and be the change they wish to see in the world—to use one of her favorite quotes from Ghandi!
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Fostering Respect for All Persons Motivated and engaged from the very start of his time at the Home of the Braves, Luis Espino ’14 never balked at seizing an opportunity. Whether on the track or soccer field, or the chance to serve in LSL and as a student leader on Kairos, Luis is just wired to discover, to learn, and to grow—and for others to be afforded the same chance. When asked what advice he would give a younger student today, Luis said, “The best way to really know whether something is for you is to go out and try it for yourself. Whatever the result is, you’re one step closer to finding what makes you tick. Hold on to that and with every door through which you pass, always leave it open for the next wave of folks.” A real turning point for him happened early in his high school career when opportunity intersected with his driven nature and started him on a journey to where he is today—a Tech Associate for FWD.us, Washington, DC, a bipartisan political organization that believes America’s families, communities, and economy thrive when more individuals are able to achieve their full potential. Luis reflects on his journey: “As an undocumented student my sophomore year of high school, my educational trajectory was uncertain. Many of the universities I was qualified to attend were unfeasible for me, either because they did not financially support undocumented students, or because they did not accept us altogether. At the suggestion of Ms. Esther Lopez, my college counselor at the time, I attended the Questbridge Summer Conference as part of the Questbridge College Prep scholarship my junior year of high school. Questbridge is a college-access program that pairs high-achieving, low-income, first-generation students to top-tier colleges across the country. This conference opened up my eyes to the potential I
I do what I do because I believe that everyone deserves a chance at a secure and dignified life.
had as a student. Not only did I have a chance to receive an incredible education, but top-tier colleges recognized the value that high-achieving, underprivileged students bring to their classrooms and wanted our contributions in shaping their institutions. This event transformed my thinking of what was possible for myself. I always knew I was going to go to college, although I never knew how I would get there. Questbridge provided me with incredibly valuable insights into the college admissions process. With the support and dedication of Ms. Lopez, along with many other teachers and staff at Justin-Siena, I was able to attend Pomona College and ultimately earn my mathematics degree debt-free.
“My academic, professional, and extracurricular endeavors in college were greatly motivated and informed by my lived experiences as a first-generation, low-income, undocumented Latino. The language and literature I was introduced to in my classes allowed me to better understand the social and political systems that affected my own life and that continue to affect my community. My math, research, and policy skills and experiences in the issues of immigration and criminal justice reform brought me to FWD.us, where I am now supporting the movement –continued on p. 19.
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Living by the Lasallian Core Principles Guided by five core princi-
compassion, and love from
ples, a Lasallian education
the volunteers and, more
values faith in the presence
importantly,
of God, provides a quality
on the other, that I started
education, instills concern
to volunteer there twice
for the poor and social jus-
a week and forge many
tice, and honors respect
friendships with people I
for all people within an in-
never would have known
from
Jesus
Rick
otherwise, both volunteers
Ley ’13, a former Lasallian
and inmates alike. I con-
student Leader and mem-
tinue to write letters, take
ber of the tennis team and
collect calls, and fly all over
theatre program, certainly
the west coast to make vis-
lives by these principles to
its.
clusive
community.
this day. Academically
“The foundations cerdriven
Rick Ley ’13 pictured with his sister, Alex, atop Seattle’s Space Needle.
tainly trace back to my
throughout high school and
time at Justin-Siena when I
taking many top honors at
was introduced to the mis-
graduation, Rick went on to earn a degree in computer en-
sion of St. John Baptist de La Salle who reached out to
gineering/computer science from the University of South-
troubled and impoverished youth. I was able to take a Se-
ern California and is now a software engineer at Microsoft
nior Service course to learn how to engage in social justice
in Redmond, Washington. He credits a family member for
issues thoughtfully. I was encouraged by a faculty and staff
introducing him to the field of computer science and Jus-
who developed my character in critical ways.”
tin-Siena for allowing him to enroll in AP computer science
Although his software engineering career pays the bills,
as an 8th period/independent study option as the reason
his convictions toward his social justice work are strong. “I
he chose his college major. However, the place where Rick
do my ministry because it has proven to be an inexhaust-
really found his passion is through various ministry oppor-
ible well of spiritual joy. I have learned so much about my
tunities—more specifically, juvenile detention ministry.
faith and myself and about God by engaging with these
An active member in LSL, planning liturgies and leading
young men as they constantly prompt me to reflect on my
retreats, Rick recalls, “at Justin-Siena, I was always chal-
own relationship with Jesus. I also do it because so few
lenged to serve people wherever I could, but struggled to
other people will. Few people want to put the time and
find something that really resonated with me.” Equipped
investment into simply being present to these young men
with this conviction to serve, he kept searching.
when they have messed up so severely, but it is unequivo-
“In college, I continued to grow in my faith and to feel this call, but I was unsure of how to act on it because I
cally true to me that Jesus desires them to be in His flock, and someone needs to go and retrieve them.”
experienced the same tepidity towards any service I tried.
His selfless nature and the lessons instilled in him from
After I turned 21, I was able to make a visit to the nearby
early on are reflected in his advice to younger Braves.
Central Juvenile Hall in Los Angeles, and my life has never
“School and co-curriculars are important, but our identity
been the same. I was so moved by the simultaneous expe-
as Braves runs deeper than that. JS offers an abundance of
riences of the inmates and their suffering, darkness, and
academic and co-curricular opportunities, but we do not
isolation from the system on the one side and the mercy,
participate in them for our own sake; our involvement is –continued on p. 19.
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Ron Duval ’01 continued from p. 14.
Luis Espino ’14 continued from p. 17.
For the last eighteen months, Ron has served as Captain of his
through the use of technology. My ongoing work
unit. Although his day job challenges his mind and pays the bills, it
in the immigration advocacy space is deeply per-
is his volunteer efforts that nourish his soul. In addition to the phys-
sonal. My own livelihood has been consistently
ical demands of mountain search and rescue, Ron has come to
used as a political football and even then, I can
realize that the mental challenges are significant as well. “You are
sit down writing this from the comfort of my of-
experiencing someone else’s tragedy. You can train for the physi-
fice. Meanwhile, somewhere in this country, there
cal, but the mental preparation is harder.” He draws strength from
is a mother living thousands of miles and a border
his team and his experience and has found great satisfaction in
away from her child, and there is a child, lonely,
helping individuals—even families—during a emergency situation.
afraid, and effectively in a cage, because our gov-
In a body recovery mission, there is a sense of providing closure for
ernment decided to tear them apart. Had things
a family in pain, on other missions, there is the chance to help an
lined up a little different for me, I could have been
individual out of a hazardous situation. Regardless, Ron admits it is
that child. I do what I do because I believe that
the team aspect that is key. As Captain of the team, he does what
everyone deserves a chance at a secure and dig-
he can to nurture those bonds, as that is critical in the challenges
nified life.”
they face. Sometimes after a mission, he will take his team out to the beach for a bonfire to decompress and lean on each other and
Rick Ley ’13 continued from p. 18.
refuel for the next call.
to prepare ourselves for the eventual mission of
If someone told him in high school that he’d be leading moun-
‘Leaving to Serve.’ No matter where we go, no
tain search and rescue in remote areas of Alaska he may not have
matter what we do, we always allow Jesus to live
believed it, but Ron, like our Founder, has remained flexible, thrived
in our hearts as we seek to serve those around us
on learning new things, embraced innovation in the field of IT, and
through justice and mercy.
pursued his passion for adventure while applying his skill for problem-solving and found a niche that gives him joy while serving others.
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Called to Serve at a Lasallian School Andrea Flores has been a member of the Justin-Siena faculty since 2014 yet has extensive Lasallian ties. She, herself is a graduate of Sacred Heart Cathedral (SHC) in San Francisco and has worked at several schools in our District, and her eldest daughter is a freshman at SHC where her husband, Ramiro, serves as a College Counselor. Andrea gave a talk to fellow faculty and staff at the beginning of the 2018-19 school year about her vocational journey and her personal interest in Lasallian spirituality. The following is excerpted from her address. My husband, Ramiro, and I have been together for twen-
I don’t think I blurred the lines for any specific rea-
ty-three years—married for eighteen—and have certain-
son at first. I have always been a pretty open book, from
ly experienced life’s ups and downs and give and take.
as far back as I can remember. I could remember go-
In fact, Ramiro has had to share me for the last fifteen
ing to work with my own parents when I was a kid, so it
of those eighteen years. Not because of our daughters,
seemed pretty normal to me. But I do know that when
though they definitely require a lot of my attention, en-
I was working with my high school students in Oregon
ergy, and love. But even before them, my husband had to
and later in the Lasallian ministries where I have worked,
share me with my students. Ever since I started working
I definitely became much more purposeful in terms of
in high schools, my vocation as an educator has been a
sharing stories from my own life— everything from the
close second place to my vocation as a wife and mother.
pitfalls of being a middle child, to my own college story,
From the beginning, I never kept very clear lines
to marriage and raising kids, to loss and grief.
drawn between my home life and my students. When I
At all of the ministries where I’ve worked, I’ve always
ran college access programs at public high schools in Or-
worked with students on full or near-full scholarships. I
egon, I would share stories from my own educational ex-
used to run programs like Justin-Siena’s LEAP. My job
perience or my family. I would talk about my parents and
was to shepherd educationally and economically disad-
my sisters, my ethnicity, my own identity development
vantaged students through our Lasallian, college prep
story, my evolving relationship with the church and my
education and hopefully launch them to post-secondary
faith. I was a new mom and my students enjoyed seeing
education. I learned very quickly that many of my stu-
Olivia when I would bring her in the Baby Bjorn on field
dents had never experienced a family life as I had. My
trips. True story: I was 38 weeks pregnant with my first
childhood was far from perfect but I had two parents
child and I went on a college tour to Oregon State with
who I knew loved me, who sacrificed their own comfort
about 25 students from Portland and Salem. About 15
so that I could get a Catholic education, who made sure
minutes after I got home that evening, I went into labor.
I went to college and who were willing to take out par-
That’s how into work I was—and still am.
ents loans to help make it happen. Many of my students
Later, when I had both Olivia and Ava, I would take
were and are products of violent homes, have suffered
any opportunity I could to bring my daughters to school,
abandonment, have been orphaned, have been sexually,
to introduce them to my students so my daughters knew
physically, and emotionally abused, have come to school
why I would work late sometimes. Some of my favorite
and gone home hungry, have parents who are incarcer-
memories over the years are of Olivia coming to trick or
ated, have been homeless. The list goes on.
treat at SHC in San Francisco, or Olivia and Ava coming
Over the years, I noticed that my students liked to
to Founders Day at La Salle Prep, or my students carry-
hear about my life. They’ve asked me how I met my hus-
ing Lucy as an infant in my office.
band and how I knew that I wanted to marry Ramiro; if I –continued on p. 22.
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Faculty Profile: Andrew Hodges, Ed.D Instructor of Religious Studies; Director of Adult Faith Formation with Justin-Siena since 2006
What first brought you to Justin-Siena?
ly by dedicated educators
It was the summer of 2006, and I was working as Di-
who truly care for and enjoy
rector of Campus Ministry at Carondelet High School,
young people. Many days I
an all-girls Catholic School in Concord. I loved my work
am so struck by the inspir-
there, but was feeling a bit isolated and felt the need to
ing students and colleagues
do ministry with young people in collaboration as part of
I work with I find myself ask-
a campus ministry team. Br. Robert Wickman, Justin-Si-
ing, do I really get paid to do
ena President/Principal at the time, hired me to teach
this? Yes, I do. God is good!
religion, serve in the Guidance Department, and work as a pastoral team member with David Holquin, Simon Rebullida, and Bob Bailey. I saw real opportunities for growth at Justin-Siena. In particular, I saw the possibility for vibrant Kairos retreats and social justice activities, including VENAVER, that would connect students to
How do you help prepare students to serve and to lead in an ever-changing world?
an authentic spirit of Catholic Social Teaching. It’s been
The experience that is
these experiences with students and colleagues that
most helpful in preparing stu-
have made me feel most at home at Justin-Siena and
dents to serve and lead is when I accompany sophomore
confirmed that I am in the place God calls me to be.
religion classes for a day-long Gospel-centered immersion experience in the Tenderloin area of San Francisco.
What does being a Lasallian Catholic school mean to you?
The theme of the day is focused on recognizing human dignity and respect for some of the most marginalized
To be a Lasallian educator at a Lasallian Catholic
members of our society. Students spend the day doing
school is to be an older brother or sister to the students
several different activities: serving food at St. Anthony’s
entrusted to our care. As an older brother, I take this
Dining Room; playing board games, dancing with and
charge quite seriously. The relationship I seek to have with
tending to the conversational needs of senior citizens
students is playful, thoughtful, familial, and as an advo-
at the Madonna Center; praying at St. Boniface Catholic
cate for their best interest. Right now in my life, I feel this
Church as well as witnessing to the Gubbio Project—a
connection most with students in my Advisory. It is in the
day center for homeless people right in the pews of the
context of this relationship I hope students learn, grow,
Church itself. At the end of this long day, students meet
and encounter God’s love in the person of the teacher.
and hear the story of a resident of the Fr. Alfred Center,
The other notable Lasallian belief that sustains me is that
a drug and alcohol rehabilitation and treatment opera-
the adults in the community work “Together and by As-
tion. The stories are real and filled with lived wisdom. The
sociation” for
experience allows for a breaking down of the “us versus
the benefit of
them” distinctions that students often bring to the day of
our students.
service like this. We learn that we all share more in com-
I find my col-
mon with one another than differences. The students re-
leagues to be
alize that this is a unique opportunity to transform our
among
my
relationships with others, especially those who are out-
friends,
cast by society. It is a powerful moment in learning to
and I’m sur-
serve and to recognize which of our neighbors we are
rounded dai-
called to serve.
It is a powerful moment in learning to serve and to recognize which of our neighbors we are called to serve.
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FACULTY FOCUS Andrea Flores continued from p. 20
always knew that I wanted children. As they got to know
non-profit partner with public high schools and while
my girls, they’d ask what my daughters were up to, what
I’ve been working for Lasallian schools. These children,
they were going to be for Halloween, how they were do-
students with sometimes insurmountable odds in front
ing in school, what activities they were involved with.
of them, arguably exist in every school. I could do this
They’ve said things to me that have melted my heart and brought tears to my eyes:
work anywhere, truly. But I don’t. I choose to work in our Lasallian schools. Because the work is different here.
“I wish I had had a mom like you.” “I want to have a job like yours, one that really helps people.” “You make a difference in your students’ lives.”
and sisters to the children entrusted to our care. I could
“I’m going to college because of you.”
help students create college lists and complete applica-
And they’ve also said things to me that broke me, that
tions anywhere, but our Lasallian Catholic mission allows
made me feel so helpless.
me to go one step further by challenging my students
“My mom won’t accept that I am gay and she told me to move out.” “My mom lost her job and I’m worried about going away to college. Who will help make sure that the bills are paid? And what will happen to my little brother and sister if she’s picked up by immigration and deported?” “My sister is documented but has horrible grades and gets in trouble all the time; I am undocumented, I work hard in school and I get good grades. I want to go to college. Why is it that she can get financial aid for college and doesn’t even want to go but colleges don’t want me because I wasn’t born here?”
to think of how they can use their education for good,
I’ve had these conversations with students while a
Our Lasallian charism calls us to be older brothers
to consider the gifts and talents God has bestowed on them, and to share those talents with others while being an older sister who gently guides, encourages, and supports. I can think of nowhere else I would rather be than Justin-Siena, and I consider myself fortunate to play some small part in launching this next class of 155 seniors into their futures.
JUSTIN-SIENA THEATRE DIRECTORS Founding Director, Robert C. Morrish 1969-1979 Jerry Gardiner 1980-1982 Alex H. Urban 1982-1995 Mary Fullerton 1995-1996 Todd Decker and Kelly Daniel-Decker 1996-2002 Vivian Bayubay McLaughlin 2002-2005 Matthew Teague Miller ’95 2005-2011 James Thomas Bailey 2011-present 22 AUTUMN 2018 AVANTI
JAMES THOMAS BAILEY Visual and Performing Arts Department Chair and Theatre Director James Thomas Bailey is proud to serve as Director of Theatre Arts for Justin-Siena. He is also Artistic Director of ComedySportz Los Angeles, the longest running show in the city’s history, now its 31st year. In addition to ComedySportz, he has been an active producer in the professional theatre scene, having produced more than fifty shows in Los Angeles, including many west coast and world premieres. Most recently, his all-female improvised Shakespeare production, Chickspeare, played in Hollywood and the Oregon Shakespeare Festival for several seasons. As an actor, he has appeared on television, in many national commercials and in more than forty stage productions. His productions have won numerous awards (including top honors from the Los Angeles Drama Critics Circle). Mr. Bailey is also well known as corporate trainer and consultant, with clients such as Universal Studios, Walt Disney, ABC, Google, eBay, Nestle and Coca-Cola, among others. In addition to his corporate work, his youth education program, the ComedySportz High School League, is the largest teen improvisational theatre program in the United States and currently serves more than 70 schools in southern California (and Justin-Siena!). He is the past president and board member of the California Educational Theatre Association. Mr. Bailey also serves as a Cultural Specialist for the U.S. State Department and regularly teaches for the American embassy and Ministry of Culture on the island nation of Cyprus. Locally, he serves on the Napa County Arts and Culture Advisory Committee
THEATRE 50 TH ANNIVERSARY
I Could Have Danced All Night . . .
50 YEARS OF THEATRE . . . and still have begged for more . . .
It is not often that a school can celebrate fifty years of a stellar program that has touched the lives of so many, but we can! Enjoy this tribute to fifty years of Justin-Siena Theatre. BY EILEEN MIZE Director of Communications Justin-Siena has a rich tradition in the performing arts, dat-
a number of hits including a favorite of his, Hello, Dolly!
ing back to 1969 with its first production, My Fair Lady. The
which he first did in 1974 and again as his final directorial
founding Director of Theatre Arts at Justin-Siena was Mr.
act in 1979.
Robert C. “Bob” Morrish (pictured above) who had joined
Some notable firsts during his tenure were the in-
the Justin High School faculty in 1968 as a Latin and Span-
troduction of microphones in the 1976 production of
ish teacher and quickly saw a need for theater arts in the
Camelot, a show chosen at the urging of Br. Warren who
co-curricular line-up and gathered a cast and crew from
had been heavily involved as choreographer (given his tal-
both Justin and neighboring Siena High School for Girls
ents in bringing the cheerleaders and song girls to state-
(where he was also on faculty) to mount that first famed
wide achievement) as well as set and costume designer.
production.
Mr. Morrish and Br. Warren were a formidable pair. Their
My Fair Lady met with resounding success from stu-
collaboration ushered in a great influx of student athletes
dent participants and audience members alike and thus
looking to broaden their horizons, including gridiron great
began a new tradition at two schools that merged to be-
Nelson Bettencourt ’74 who landed a role in the 1974 pro-
come Justin-Siena High School. JS faculty members Jim
duction of Hello, Dolly! The 1977 production of Oklahoma!
Day ’72 and Louis Pierotti ’72 (pictured third from the left
featured significant advances in set design with a spectac-
in the above newspaper clip) were student actors at the
ular rotating set thanks to the talents of Jeff Streblow ’77
time. The highly regarded Mr. Morrish went on to direct
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Oklahoma!
following year in the 1978 production of An-
The 1991 production of Big River saw great
nie Get Your Gun, which also featured some
advances in set construction. Three thrusts
outstanding special effects.
were built, resembling piers and a moving
The program continued to grow and
raft piloted from below by Eric Steggall ’94
evolve through the 80s and 90s under the
who also lent behind-the-scenes muscle to
brief direction of Mr. Jerry Gardiner and
the carnivorous plant in the 1993 production
then Mr. Alex H. Urban who led the program
of Little Shop of Horrors. In Big River Mr. Mor-
through 1995. The first production to be tak-
rish played the King opposite Tom Durante’s
en “outside” was Mr. Urban’s 1985 innovative
’94 role of the Duke and often regarded this
extravaganza of Barnum, based on the life
as his favorite role. The duo would reprise
of the great showman, P.T. Barnum, and was
their act in a revue production called Star-
held on the site of our former softball field. It
bound in 1993. Set construction took center
was during the 80s that JS Dance Instructor
stage once again in the 1992 production of
Lisa Clark Schmeling ’84 unveiled her talents
Into the Woods, largely guest-directed by
in the choreography department. Playing the
Pat Hallahan ’93 where Steve Moore, father
part of Bloody Mary in Mr. Urban’s 1983 pro-
of Stephanie Moore ’96 built a rustic arched
duction of South Pacific, Lisa went on to play
wooden bridge to connect the apron with a
a major role in theatre choreography as wit-
gigantic thrust at the center of which was a
nessed in the 1984 production of West Side
revolving stage. The cast was packed with
Story, and then even after she graduated, in
talent including Kristy Cates ’95 who played
the 1985 production of Godspell and the 1986
a witch, perhaps some foreshadowing to her
production of Grease.
role in the Broadway hit musical Wicked and
Mr. Morrish found himself back on the
Hello, Dolly!
Grease
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starring Elphaba in the Chicago production!
JST stage in Mr. Urban’s 1987 production of
The Alex Urban era with JST drew to a
A Christmas Carol in the role of Scrooge,
close in the 1994-95 school year as the de-
beginning a tradition of incorporating fac-
mands of his Children’s Theatres in Southern
ulty members into the show when possible.
California and elsewhere were taking more
He played Bill Sykes in the 1990 production
and more of his time. His final production at
of Oliver, which also featured some young-
the Home of the Braves was Once on This Is-
er cast members from St. Apollinaris and St.
land with Marna Farver ’96 playing the lead
John the Baptist elementary schools—includ-
of Ti Moune. Marna was able to enjoy a reviv-
ing an 8th grade Matthew Farver ’94 who
al production of Once on This Island twenty
played the title role.
years later in 2016 when Ti Moune was played
Thus far, with the exception of the outdoor
by Hannah Brudney ’18. Mr. Urban is fondly
production of Barnum, all performances had
remembered for the indelible mark he left
been done in the Justin Cafeteria. The big
on the program, the spectacular careers he
move to what now is the permanent home
helped launch, and for the first-rate shows he
of JST, then called the North Gym and today
directed that rivaled anything on Broadway,
called Siena Hall, was with Mr. Urban’s 1990
according to many fans.
revival production of West Side Story. This
The theatre program continued under the
show set a new standard with its talent and
direction of Mary Fullerton who focused on
production quality. The following summer in
straight dramas and who soon passed the ba-
1991, Mr. Urban took the show to Russia where
ton to Mr. Todd Decker, a JS History teacher
students joined with a teenage Russian cast
at the time. He and his wife Kelly Daniel-Deck-
and performed at the Gogol Theatre in Mos-
er ushered in a new era of musicals with a
cow to great acclaim, and the international
fantastic production of the Cole Porter classic
tour would continue with other performances
Anything Goes in 1996 with the luminous Rian
in London, Cambridge, Paris, and New York in
McCarroll ’96 as Reno Sweeney. Rian’s father,
the following years.
Lynn McCarroll had served as the first Athlet-
THEATRE 50 TH ANNIVERSARY ic Director for the Braves and played a role in
A memorable moment of the show was
getting more athletes involved in theater over
the “Razzle Dazzle” Chicago number per-
the years. Making a great team, Todd handled
formed by Mr. Bob Morrish on the very stage
the musical aspect and Kelly was more the
he held auditions for the 1969 production of
stage director. Mr. Morrish called her a master
My Fair Lady and launched a theatre pro-
who knew her craft and knew how to elicit the
gram. Mr. Morrish made his final exit at that
best performances from everyone. One set
show taking leave from Justin-Siena and soon
construct theatre fans are still talking about is
after losing his battle with cancer. His legacy
the gargantuan display in How to Succeed in
undoubtedly lives on.
Business Without Really Trying in 1997—Bill
The very next show was a revival of Ar-
Berry ’98 and Doug Buurma ’99 really outdid
senic and Old Lace where the lead role of
themselves. JST standout Michael Daw ’97,
Mortimer Brewster was double cast with
known for his title role in the 1995 production
cousins—freshman Jeffrey Gerlomes ’10 and
of Cyrano de Bergerac, played the sneaky
senior Vincent Beard ’07 who’s aunt, Eileen
nephew, then took his talent to Santa Clara to
Beard ’70, played Eliza Doolittle in the inau-
become a stage specialist and hone his stage
gural My Fair Lady. Students continued to
sword fighting skills.
take on more and more aspects of the show.
The hits kept coming! Taylor Bartolucci
The 2007 production of The Complete Works
’00 and Lauren Dunn ’99 sparkled alternating
of William Shakespeare [Abridged] was
as Mama Rose under the more than 16,000
largely student-directed by Jordan Joske ’07.
lights arranged for the proscenium and spe-
Building on more than four decades of
cialty signs in the 1999 production of Gypsy.
theatre, Matthew Miller took the program to
They dazzled the audiences alongside Ellen
new heights with acclaimed productions and
Toscano ’01 as Gypsy who went on to wow
technical feats such as actual falling rain in
crowds in Fiddler on the Roof and then as
the 2009 production of Singin’ in the Rain!
Eva Peron in the ambitious production of
Michael Starr ’10, dancing across the stage
the Andrew Lloyd Webber sensation, Evita
in the North Gym, was literally singing in the
whose finale performance of “Don’t Cry for
rain. Using theater to shine a light on social
Me Argentina” brought everyone, including
justice issues, Dead Man Walking delivered a
Ellen, to tears. The Deckers’ tenure came to
poignant performance surpassed only by the
a close with a revival of the classic Guys and
on-campus visit of the story’s own Sr. Helen
Dolls before they moved to Michigan.
Prejean, who was portrayed on stage by Erin
Then Vivian Bayubay McLaughlin took the
How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying
Gypsy
Kinda ’10.
helm—a NYU graduate, and TV star who mar-
Another program milestone was moving
ried fellow JST alum Bret McLaughlin ’93. It
a production off campus to the Napa Valley
was the 2003 production of Once Upon a Mat-
Performing Arts Center at Lincoln Theater
tress that put JST back in the limelight, but not
located on the Veteran’s Home campus just
to be outdone by the revival of Oklahoma! in
up the road in Yountville—the first being a
2003 and then Bye Bye Birdie in 2004. Vivian
2011 production and Napa premiere of The
McLaughlin continues to be involved with JST
Phantom of the Opera, as if the 2009 pro-
today as the music director for the musicals.
duction of Les Miserables (for which Matthew
Justin-Siena theatre alum and Broadway
Miller had a soft spot, having played Marius
veteran Matthew Teague Miller ’95 took the
on Broadway) wasn’t big enough for a high
directorial helm of the program that had
school to tackle. The show involved an im-
launched his career and in 2005, mounted a
mense cast and crew with a record number
fantastic revue Braves on Broadway where
of students, faculty, and administrators alike.
program veterans and current students per-
The part of Phantom was double cast by se-
formed side by side and showcased the talent
nior Will Purdue ’11 and freshman Max Risch
of JST in a very bright light.
’14 with sets, choreography and a profession-
Fiddler on the Roof
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THEATRE 50 TH ANNIVERSARY Phantom of the Opera
Urinetown
The Music Man
Singin’ in the Rain
Les Miserables
al venue, this show stunned audiences and was said to
50th anniversary season in the fall of 2018 with a theater
have rivaled an off-Broadway production.
classic—Our Town—which was also celebrating a mile-
With the program soaring to even further heights and
stone in its 80th year. Authored by the same playwright as
drawing record numbers of student participants, it was
the 1996 production of The Matchmaker, Thornton Wild-
time for Mr. James Thomas Bailey to take the reigns of JST.
er’s stamp runs deep in JST history. Mr. Morrish’s favorite
He brought with him new ideas, new connections, and a
and twice-directed production of Hello, Dolly! is based on
level of professionalism that elevated the program and
Wilder’s The Matchmaker—and Mr. Jim Day ’72 played the
continues to serve our young thespians well. A consum-
part of the Stage Manager as Mr. Louis Pierotti ’72 (both
mate educator, he ensures his young actors are exposed to
who were in the first JST production) sat in the audience
different genres and styles. As such, he introduced an an-
opening night as newcomers Jadyn Satten ’21 and Satya
nual production of ComedySportz High School League—a
Green-Cardona ’19 took center stage as George Gibbs
high energy, innovative competitive improv show—that
and Emily Webb, respectively. And so the program comes
has become a staple in the annual repertoire. Yountville’s
full circle. Even from a technical standpoint, the shows to-
Lincoln Theatre continues to be the home for the annual
day benefit from long-time scene, lighting, and sound wiz
spring musicals, and James Thomas Bailey has balanced a
Tom Durante ’94 who got his start on the JS stage and
mix of classic and contemporary with big productions and
launched a career in event design putting his passion and
some Napa premieres such as Pippin in 2012 with Drew
technical expertise to use and developing a thriving local
Dorsey ’12 as The Player and Anything Goes in 2014. Then
business. But he still has time for Justin-Siena—not just
Helena Herber ’14 shone as Reno Sweeney as did Tyler
theatre, but serves as Chair of the Board of Trustees.
Bertani ’17 in Urinetown in 2016 and Sister Act in 2017,
In the spirit of celebration, Mr. Bailey has announced
which was affectionately dedicated to the Dominican Sis-
that the 2019 50th anniversary spring musical will be
ters of San Rafael on the occasion of the 50th Anniversary
Encore!—a musical theater celebration 50 years in the
of Justin-Siena High School. Audiences enjoyed other no-
making! Relive the magic and moments that have daz-
table performances by Evan Day ’16 (who is currently play-
zled audiences through five decades as brought to life by
ing Peter Pan at Tokyo Disneyland), William Francis ’16,
our vibrant theatre program and featuring a few special
Hunter Schaufel ’18, and Rachel Carey ’17 to name a few.
guests. Save the date for March 14-17, 22-24, 2019 at the
Following a couple of seasons that featured some orig-
Napa Valley Performing Arts Center at Lincoln Theater.
inal and adapted dramas such as The Twilight Zone—Live
With such a rich and storied history and decades of inspir-
on Stage, The Birds—A Modern Adaptation, and Driven
ing performances, the Justin-Siena Theatre program has
which boasted a series of original one act plays performed
impacted the lives of so many and is poised to reach even
in actual cars, James Thomas Bailey chose to open the
higher heights as the show will go on!
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Our Town
Our Town
Our Town Kicks off 50th Anniversary Season Congratulations to the cast and crew of the fall pro-
Upward,’ Odom struggles to reconcile being an actor of
duction of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town. Talk about sen-
color playing a famous ‘white’ role, and writes there are
sory overload! Gorgeous large black and white photo
‘more than enough cognates in the universal language
gallery depicting life in Napa in the lobby, live instrumen-
of the heart and the language of our shared humanity
tal music to add a beautiful sound to the production,
to bring a collective light of truth to Our Town. The new
there was actual wedding cake for all to enjoy after the
emotional depths and possibilities came as somewhat of
wedding in Act II, and the yummy smell of actual bacon
a revelation to me, and I couldn’t wait for the opportunity
sizzling away on the stage stove in the birthday break-
to test the limits once more.”
fast scene in Act III! The production really brought home
Justin-Siena students also worked with Tappan Wild-
the message of how fleeting life is and that all its little
er, nephew of Thornton Wilder and literary executor of
and seemingly ordinary parts and pieces should be sa-
the Wilder estate. “His participation with the students
vored and enjoyed.
helped to give us a deeper understanding of Our Town’s
According to Director, Mr. James Thomas Bailey, “I
place in the 21st century.”
wanted something special to launch the 50th anniversary of Justin-Siena Theatre, so I chose one of the most-produced plays in America—Our Town—a play which Justin-Siena had never done. It tells the story of the fictional American small town of Grover’s Corners between 1901 and 1913 through the everyday lives of its citizens. Napa is about as far away as one could get from this fiction-
A CELEBRATION OF 50 YEARS OF
al New Hampshire town, but themes of family, love, and
JUSTIN-SIENA MUSICAL THEATRE
death still resonate.” Bailey noted that when his students had studied Hamilton during the summer, “(We) studied how the musical dispels cultural baggage to bring history alive for everyone. So through the example of Hamilton, the students
6 Shows: March 14-24, 2019
studied Our Town to find out how our commonalities—
Napa Valley Performing Arts Center at Lincoln Theater
our families, our histories, and indeed, our town, Napa,
Save the Date!
connect with Thornton Wilder’s characters from 1901.” Leslie Odom, Jr. (the original Aaron Burr from Hamilton) recently played George Gibbs in a benefit per-
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THEATRE for Impact Justin-Siena Theatre alums talk about the impact their JST days had on their lives and offer advice to young students considering trying out for a show!
Louis Pierotti ’72
Louis Pierotti ’72 first “tread the boards” with the colorful and eccentric Robert Moorish in Justin’s very first production, My Fair Lady. As a current member of our faculty, Louis Pierotti went on to minor in Drama at Saint Mary’s College of California. Having caught the theatre bug he continued to work in entertainment with The Napa Valley Theatre Company and The Berkeley Repertory Theatre. He stayed in the business working nationally as a marketing and fundraising consultant for clients such as The New York Philharmonic and the San Francisco Opera. When he made the switch to education he directed numerous plays for Saint Mary’s College-High School in Berkeley. His JST credits included My Fair Lady (Jamie), and Mame (Older Patrick). His son, Leonardo, carried on the family tradition with his appearance as Dill in To Kill a Mockingbird at the Oregon Shakespeare Festival. THE JST IMPACT: I learned important life skills of time management and how to work with a team. ADVICE: When you go on stage, don’t act like a character behave like one. PARTING THOUGHTS: Theatre has become a habit. There isn’t a day that goes by without using my training in the classroom. 28 AUTUMN 2018 AVANTI
Jonathan Darby Farrell ’82
Little Miss Mary Sunshine
Patty Andersen Ashauer ’79
Patty Andersen Ashauer ’79 touts having Mr. Bob Moorish as her theatre teacher/mentor as a major highlight of her high school experience. She says that she has been able to use the lessons learned from Theatre Arts throughout her life, from earning a degree in psychology from California State University, Long Beach, to a a career as a business executive in IT. Although her time on stage didn’t go beyond Maher Street, she really benefited from performing in Mr. Morrish’s production of Annie Get Your Gun. THE JST IMPACT: I learned to be brave. ADVICE: Find what makes you smile with passion and brings out your “inner extrovert. PARTING THOUGHTS: I love seeing Broadway shows.
Although Hello, Dolly! with the legendary Mr. Bob Morrish remains a highlight of his high school theatre days, Jonathan Darby Farrell ’82 shares that his years at JS gave him an unexpected push into his current career in journalism through which he is able to write about the arts. It was the challenging directing of Mr. Morrish that tested his endurance and no doubt prepared him for his undergrad studies at Franciscan University in Steubenville, Ohio. He took a break from the stage during college, but did attend a professional acting school years later. His JST credits included Hello Dolly; Damn Yankees; Mrs. McThing; Anything Goes; Little Miss Mary Sunshine. THE JST IMPACT: I developed a love of musicals and learned how to overcome insecurities. ADVICE: In addition to getting involved, I would encourage current students to read plays and see as many productions as possible to get a well-rounded view of theater. PARTING THOUGHTS: While the experience of working with Mr. Morrish was both exciting and excruciating, participating in the spring musicals was always a highlight at Justin-Siena.
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Laura McColgan Gardner ’90
Laura McColgan Gardner ’90 got a taste of theatre prior to JS in a production of South Pacific and then joined Justin-Siena Theatre and performed in every show at except Guys and Dolls for which she served as the stage manager. Laura went on to Sonoma State University where she studied psychology and education and even minored in theatre. She says she uses her theatre skills every day in front of her students. Earlier this year she found herself on stage again with the Napa Valley College production of Sister Act. Laura has fond memories of her JS Theatre days. “I loved the family feel that we created among ourselves. I felt like I always had a friend.” Her JST credits included Grease; The Wiz; The Fantasticks; A Christmas Carol; Guys and Dolls (stage manager); Little Shop of Horrors; Carnival; Godspell; and Oliver!
Chad Meyer ’93
Chad Meyer ’93 considers all the productions with which he was involved to be very memorable high school highlights. He went on to study opera and earn a degree from Boston College. His JST credits include Oliver!; Godspell; Big River; West Side Story; Into the Woods; Starbound; Grease, Carnival; and Pirates of Penzance.
Diego, and my mom continues to direct the children’s theatre he began in Sonoma.” Her JST credits included Carnival (ensemble); Godspell (ensemble); Oliver! (The Artful Dodger and Bet); West Side Story (Anybodys and Consuelo); Pirates of Penzance (ensemble); Grease (Marty and Patty Simcox); Big River (Susan); Into the Woods (Cinderella’s Stepmother). THE JST IMPACT: Theatre can change lives. Because of theatre, I have the confidence to pursue my goals. I became an elementary school teacher and implemented many aspects of theatre in my teaching. I always say that without theatre, I would never have had the confidence to become a teacher. ADVICE: Just go for it. Theatre will change your life for the better. PARTING THOUGHTS: Justin-Siena Theatre is a legacy of which I am proud to be a part.
THE JST IMPACT: Iearned that I can do anything that I set my mind to. ADVICE: Do it! PARTING THOUGHTS: I am grateful for the friendships I made through JST that still last today.
Michelle Campbell Momsen ’90
Michelle Campbell Momsen ’90 is using her theatrical foundation in her teaching career and has fond memories of her JS Theatre days—if you can call being dragged off stage a fond recollection! Her JST credits included Carnival and Oliver! THE JST IMPACT: I learned time management skills and had a great time doing it. I also use my experience when I oversee the Christmas pageant every year! ADVICE: Do it. Whether you get the part you want or not, just being a part of a production in any sense is amazing. PARTING THOUGHTS: Mr. Urban and Mr. Morrish. Enough said.
Grease
Jennifer Borchelt Quezada ’93
Through Justin-Siena Theatre Jennifer Borchelt Quezada ’93 learned that without the ensemble there is no show and key life lessons such as the importance of hard work and dedication in the pursuit of excellence. JST holds many of her most treasured memories as a student. These lessons served her well as she pursued a degree at the University of San Francisco and performed in several community theatre productions. Jennifer forged many life-long friendships through her time with JST and considered any production with Mr. Alex Urban at the helm a true high school highlight. Her theatre connections continue today through her children. “My children are a part of the same children’s theatre organization that Mr. Urban started in San
Diego Garcia ’94
Diego Garcia ’94 has taken many of his JST lessons with him through life. “Participating in theatre has made me a confident public speaker, compassionate listener, and team player”—all useful skills as he pursues a law degree as a second-year student at Golden Gate University. Although he is currently taking a bit of a break from the music path that he continued in earnest though both undergraduate and post-graduate AVANTI AUTUMN 2018 29
THEATRE 50 TH ANNIVERSARY time spent on stage at Justin-Siena and the lifelong friends she made. Rian also recalls with fondness the final production directed by Mr. Alex Urban. Her JST credits include Into the Woods; Starbound; Little Shop of Horrors; Broadway Bound; A Chorus Line; Once on This Island; Cyrano de Bergerac; Little Women; and Anything Goes (Reno Sweeney).
Grease work at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music, he stills finds time to play music professionally a few times a month. He plans to return to performing more often after passing the Bar exam. As he thinks back to his high school days he recalls this highlight: “Performing a group song from South Pacific with members of the football team, cheerleaders, and kids from all different social groups. It really was a unified and inclusive experience.” His JST credits included Grease; Into the Woods; Starbound; Little Shop of Horrors; and Broadway Bound.
THE JST IMPACT: I gained confidence and self-acceptance and learned how to work hard. I made lifelong friendships—I still have the same friends that I met all those years ago. ADVICE: Do it! You won’t regret trying. You may find it is something that prepares you for so many more areas in your life. PARTING THOUGHTS: What happened at JS Theater stays at JS Theater.
THE JST IMPACT: Never be afraid to get your hands dirty, be there for each other onstage and off, art is transformative for the actor and the audience. ADVICE: It’s fun, engaging, and has a beneficial effect on your friendships, studies, and confidence. PARTING THOUGHTS: From Bob Morrish to James Day ’72, to this day Justin-Siena has a wonderful tradition of faculty members joining students onstage and participating in the creative process. It makes the learning environment all the richer.
Rian McCarroll Salvatierra ’96
A graduate of San Francisco State University Rian McCarroll Salvatierra ’96 works in the wine industry in direct sales and marketing. Her theater pursuits beyond Maher Street included some theater for fun in college. She values her 30 AUTUMN 2018 AVANTI
Evita back to the City by the Bay. Now after ten years performing professionally in Beach Blanket Babylon, she has spent the last three years working with Transcendence Theatre Company, Sonoma Arts Live, and performing with various bands. Most recently, she is involved in highly meaningful, heart-centered projects— one of which she is singing on an album of original songs by a New York-based songwriter. Ellen recalls fondly the nurturing environment she encountered at Justin-Siena and attributes her success in the arts and life to some of those early lessons. “I always felt like the Deckers, my teachers, and peers really believed in me and my abilities. I gained confidence while learning the importance of commitment and hard work, and I learned how to dream big and believe that it is possible to achieve those dreams.” Her JST credits included West Side Story (ensemble); Gypsy (Louise); Fiddler on the Roof (Hodel); Evita (Eva Perón). THE JST IMPACT: Justin-Siena Theatre helped me develop a deep sense of ambition, determination, professional work ethic, passion in my work, and confidence.
Ellen Toscano ’01
From taking on the powerful role of Eva Perón and being brought to tears on stage during Eva’s Final Broadcast in Evita, Ellen Toscano ’01 took that passion to the stage at NYU and beyond. From New York University’s Tisch School of the Arts where she performed in a number of productions, majored in drama, and minored in music, Ellen found her way
ADVICE: Have fun! Don’t put pressure on yourself—just have fun! Don’t be afraid to be messy because that is life and theatre is a mirror for life. If you try to be perfect it will hold you back. PARTING THOUGHTS: Though my main source of income now is my growing international Rodan+Fields business and my work as a charity auctioneer, I just love that both of these jobs still keep me on stage!
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Damn Yankees
Robert Francis ’09
Leaving Napa for Duke University, Robert Francis ’09 (above, left in Damn Yankees) certainly took his passion for theatre with him. “While I didn’t study theater, I was part of a student-run musical theater group that produced three musicals every year. Students did everything: acting, choreography, musical direction, playing in the orchestra, designing sets/costumes/lights, producing, and directing.” He is now in his final year of an MBA program at the NYU Stern School of Business specializing in Entertainment and credits his development at JS with steering him toward his current pursuits. “This past summer I worked at Disney Theatrical, Disney’s Broadway group, on the Strategy and Business Development team. I got a first-hand look at how Broadway theater is produced and managed. It was a truly fantastic experience. I hope to work in a similar strategy role in the entertainment industry after graduation.” Now, in his final year of business school, he is the president of a group that produces a year-end parody musical, and he’s currently writing a show for this April. His JST credits included Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat (Benjamin); Arsenic and Old Lace (Dr. Einstein); The Complete Works of William Shakespeare [Abridged] (Adam); Cats (Skimbleshanks); Little Shop of Horrors (Seymour); Of Mice and Men (Curly); Damn Yankees (Sohovick); West Side Story (Tony); The Odd Couple (Felix); Les Miserables (Marius). THE JST IMPACT: JST had a huge impact on my life as I learned a lot about leadership, communication, and giving my all to deliver a quality final product. Not only is it the
reason I am currently pursuing a career in entertainment, but it was also the foundation of so many of the skills that I took with me to my professional life. Through the process of creating and building theatrical productions, I learned basic skills that have enabled me to effectively communicate, manage teams of my peers, and achieve my goals in a professional setting. ADVICE: Go for it. Auditioning is the hardest part. Once you get past that, you will have a blast and learn things that can help you in many areas of your future, not just theater. PARTING THOUGHTS: Thinking back to JST, this highlight stands out: it was the finale of Les Mis during the last show of my senior year with the full cast singing together on stage and celebrating afterward. This moment was the emotional highlight of my time in high school. We shared collective pride in a job well done, happiness with our accomplishment, and sadness that it was over, and all those emotions blended together in a beautiful way.
Annemarie Mendonsa ’12
Annemarie Mendonsa ’12 credits her JS Theatre days for her team approach to tackling projects. “JST taught me that when a group of people with a common passion come together, they can create something truly remarkable.” Since earning a BS and then a MA from Santa Clara University, where joining an acapella group provided a great creative outlet and a new challenge. Annemarie now works as a Project Engineer (Bioengineering) at a medical device company in the Silicon Valley and is also a certified EMT. She recently became licensed as a Patent Agent and hopes to pursue that career path soon. Some of her best high school memories are from theatre. “I built strong friendships from the program, which is one of my best takeaways.” She recalls performing as Christine in The Phantom of the Opera at the Napa Performing Arts Center at Lincoln Theatre as a real highlight. Her JST credits included Les Miserables (Cosette understudy); West Side Story (Jets ensemble); Thoroughly Modern Millie (Miss Dorothy); Singin’ in the Rain (Ensemble); The Music Man (Marian Paroo); Pippin (Catherine); The Phantom of the Opera (Christine Daae). THE JST IMPACT: Participating in theatre taught me to see the world through different lenses with each character and how we brought their wonderful stories to life. JS Theatre helped me break out of my comfort zone and proved that hard work will always pay off! ADVICE: Leave it all on the stage.
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PARTING THOUGHTS: Stay connected and always remind yourself that you are part of something incredibly special at Justin-Siena!
provides affordable solutions to local businesses with a real focus on impacting the local community. In his spare time, he loves to support the local Bay Area theater scene. His JST credits included Footloose (Ren McCormack). THE JST IMPACT: Participating in theatre really opened my eyes to different types of people and to recognize all the hard work that goes into the arts and theatre—the hours of practice and repetition is something I highly admire—such commitment! ADVICE: Just do it, and give it your all!
Footloose
Stephen Panis ’13
Stephen Panis ’13 (pictured below at a Footloose rehearsal with Mr. James Bailey), a prominent student-athlete for the Braves, waited until his senior year to try out for a Justin-Siena Theatre production, and it was at the urging of his father. Chalk it up, perhaps, to his fancy footwork on the football field, but he landed the lead in Footloose! Stephen literally learned the importance of cutting loose—in Footloose. “It taught me to go out of my comfort zone and try things that I never thought I’d do.” And while he didn’t pursue theatre in college, he used his commanding stage presence to lead many rallies. Last year he graduated from Azusa Pacific and is now working as an account executive at a tech firm in Oakland called Broadly, a company that
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PARTING THOUGHTS: Teamwork makes the dream work! I was amazed at how much my friends had my back. It made me want to do well not only for the gathered audience but for my cast members as well—such a great life lesson I use in my professional life.
Thoroughly Modern Millie (ensemble); The Phantom of the Opera (ensemble); Footloose (ensemble); Pippin (ensemble/dancer); Anything Goes (Reno’s Angels); and I Never Saw Another Butterfly (Irca). THE JST IMPACT: JS Theatre taught me how to be confident. I was a very shy girl before starting theatre but being on that stage you can’t be shy. You have to be big and bold! This has carried on throughout my life. People always tell me, ‘you hold yourself very confidently,’ and I can say that is from JS Theatre. ADVICE: Go in prepared to give it your all. Try for the role you want every time and if you don’t get it the first time keep trying! Because even if you don’t get the role you want the experience of JS Theatre will be what makes an impact. PARTING THOUGHTS: Motivation is everything! I recall when Mr. Bailey announced that the musical for the following year would be Anything Goes and it included a huge tap number—we learned advanced tap in the span of 4 months!
Anything Goes
Liliana Ramos ’14
After earning her degree in Business Marketing and Management from Dominican University of California, Liliana Ramos ’14 is putting her Justin-Siena theatre skills to work in her digital marketing career. She says most of her clients are affiliated with the arts. She also credits her time on the JS stage as a training ground for the marketing world. “I am who I am because of JS Theatre. I am not afraid to make a mistake, I am not afraid to speak in front of large crowds, I am confident.” Her JST credits included
Meg Collins ’16
Crediting her involvement with Justin-Siena Theatre—notably, ComedySportz—for carving her college path, Meg Collins ’16 is working on a degree in Comedy Writing and Performance at Columbia College Chicago. When she’s not in class Meg can be found performing improv and sketches throughout theaters in Chicago, including iO, the Annoyance, the
THEATRE 50 TH ANNIVERSARY Playground, and Second City. She recalls an Ah Ha! moment: “At my senior year Arts Awards, I had received Most Fearless and MVP for ComedySportz, and Mr. Bailey had gotten a trophy of a rubber chicken in recognition of being a team manager. When I went on stage to receive the award, he hugged me and told me he was proud of me, and it made me feel like I could do anything.” Her JST credits include Footloose (ensemble), Once On This Island (Erzulie); ComedySportz 2014-2016; I Never Saw Another Butterfly (tech); Almost, Maine (tech); Twilight Zone-A Stage Adaptation (tech); Charlotte’s Web (tech); and the 2014 and 2016 Dance Shows. THE JST IMPACT: Through JST I learned the importance of supporting an ensemble through ComedySportz. I also learned, especially through my involvement in musicals, that you will reap the rewards of the hard work you put in during rehearsals. Slacking off during rehearsals will show in performance. Additionally, I am grateful to be well versed in theater and comedic acting. If you don’t include the finesse of theater into your comedic work, it simply isn’t going to be as good. Theatrical elements heighten comedy to the nth degree. ADVICE: Work hard, no matter what part you play. Hard work will be recognized. PARTING THOUGHTS: My dad, Jim Collins ’77, was involved in four musicals throughout his time at Justin-Siena (Hello, Dolly! ’74, The Music Man ’75, Camelot ’76, Oklahoma! in ’77). He was in twice as many musicals as me—maybe he should have been the comedy major, and I should have been the accountant!
Mr. Rick Landry
Former long-time science instructor, Mr. Rick Landry, has fond memories of participating in the barbershop quartet in The Music Man with Michael Douglass, Jim Day, and Myles Ellis. “We rehearsed daily after school to prep for the musical,
but also started wandering around school singing songs from the show during the school day to work up excitement in the student body. Always try something new. I’d never done theater before and when Matthew Miller came to me and asked about taking a faculty role in Arsenic and Old Lace, I was a bit skeptical, but said “why not”. It was great seeing the production from that angle so when he asked
a few years later about the spring musical I had less reservations.” His JST credits include Arsenic and Old Lace and The Music Man (Faculty Barbershop Quartet). ADVICE: Try it! You’ll wind up involved in a great production with an excellent group of students and faculty working together to do something really special.
JUSTIN-SIENA THEATRE PRODUCTION HISTORY Under the Direction of Robert C. Morrish 1969 My Fair Lady 1970 Arsenic and Old Lace; Bye Bye Birdie 1971 Barefoot in the Park; Lily the Felon’s Daughter 1972 Mame 1973 The Wizard of Oz 1974 Hello, Dolly! 1975 The Widow Frankenstein Slept Here; The Music Man 1976 Camelot 1977 Oklahoma! 1978 Annie Get Your Gun 1979 Hello, Dolly! Under the Direction of Jerry Gardiner 1980 Damn Yankees; Ten Little Indians 1981 Anything Goes 1982 Little Mary Sunshine Under the Direction of Alex H. Urban 1982 Spoon River Anthology 1983 South Pacific 1984 Fiddler on the Roof; West Side Story 1985 Barnum; Godspell 1986 Grease 1987 The Wiz; The Fantasticks; A Christmas Carol 1988 Guys and Dolls; Little Shop of Horrors 1989 Carnival; Godspell 1990 Oliver!; West Side Story
1991 The Pirates of Penzance; Big River 1992 Grease; Into the Woods 1993 Starbound; Little Shop of Horrors 1994 Broadway Bound; A Chorus Line 1995 Once on This Island Under the Direction of Mary Fullerton 1995 Cyrano de Bergerac 1996 Little Women Under the Direction of Todd Decker & Kelly Daniel-Decker 1996 Anything Goes; The Matchmaker 1997 The Miss Firecracker Contest; How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying; A Midsummer Night’s Dream 1998 West Side Story; I Remember Mama 1999 Gypsy; The Terrifying Travels of Theseus, Greek Hero 2000 Fiddler on the Roof; Barefoot in the Park; The (Female) Odd Couple; Come Blow Your Horn 2001 Evita; Hamlet; Rosenkrantz & Guildenstern...are Dead 2002 Reckless; Guys and Dolls Under the Direction of Vivian McLaughlin 2002 Up the Down Staircase 2003 Six Characters in Search of an Author; Once Upon a Mattress; Inherit the Wind 2004 An Ideal Husband; Oklahoma!; Bye Bye Birdie 2005 The Man Who Came to Dinner; You’re a Good Man, Charlie Brown
Under the Direction of Matthew Teague Miller ’95 2005 Braves on Broadway; The Diary of Anne Frank 2006 Joseph and the Amazing Dreamcoat; Braves on Broadway: The Eight Keys to Success; Arsenic and Old Lace 2007 Complete Works of William Shakespeare; CATS; Little Shop of Horrors 2008 Of Mice and Men ; Damn Yankees; West Side Story 2009 The Odd Couple; The Prisoner of Second Avenue; Les Miserables; Singin’ in the Rain 2010 Dead Man Walking; The Music Man; Thoroughly Modern Millie 2011 The Phantom of the Opera Under the Direction of James Thomas Bailey 2011 ComedySportz High School League 2012 Pippin; I Never Saw Another Butterfly 2013 ComedySportz High School League; Footloose; Love Letters; Fahrenheit 451; Almost, Maine 2014 ComedySportz High School League; Anything Goes; Bang, Bang You’re Dead; The Twilight Zone – Live on Stage; Charlotte’s Web 2015 ComedySportz High School League; Urinetown; The Birds–A Modern Adaptation 2016 ComedySportz High School League; Once on This Island; 24-Hour Play Project; Her Infinite Variety; Love on the High Seas 2017 ComedySportz High School League; Sister Act; Driven 2018 ComedySportz High School League; Guys and Dolls; Our Town 2019 ComedySportz High School League; Encore! 50th Anniversary Spring Musical
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BRAVES Athletics GEORGE NESSMAN Athletic Director
League Alignment, North Coast Section, and California Interscholastic Federation Justin-Siena, like more than 1,000 public and private high
ning their league championship, finishing .500 or better in
schools in California, is a member of three important asso-
league competition or against teams in their CIF Division.
ciations.
The NCS has standing committees who make the final se-
The California Interscholastic Federation (CIF) includes
lections of teams and seeding from the teams that qualify.
high schools from all parts of the state. The CIF through a
NCS member schools are organized into leagues based
shared governance model establishes basic playing and el-
on two factors: competitive equity and geography. Mem-
igibility rules that apply to all CIF sanctioned schools and
ber schools have a vote as to league alignments in four year
sports. The CIF also conducts regional and state champion-
cycles and pass their preferences on to the NCS Alignment
ship competition in many sports. For example, the Justin-Si-
committee which has final authority.
ena Volleyball team qualified for the state tournament most
Justin-Siena recently changed leagues to the Vine Valley
recently and lost in the opening round to a strong Nevada
Athletic League (VVAL). For the past seventeen years Jus-
Union squad.
tin-Siena had been a member of the Marin County Athletic
The CIF is organized by section, which represent collections of schools in loose geographically defined areas.
League, but with local schools, Vintage, Napa and American Canyon becoming members of the NCS an opportunity to
Justin-Siena is a member of the North Coast Section
form a new league was presented. VVAL members: Jus-
(NCS) which stretches from the Oregon border along the
tin-Siena, Vintage, Napa, American Canyon, Sonoma Valley,
coast all the way to the East Bay. (This explains the football
Petaluma and Casa Grande.
team’s travel to Crescent City to play Del Norte High School.)
Justin-Siena captured three league championships in the
The NCS assures rules compliance and can enact its own set
inaugural VVAL fall season! Volleyball, girl’s tennis and water
of rules aligned with CIF rules.
polo all were VVAL Champions. Boy’s water polo and cross
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country also finished in the upper half of the league standings.
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BRAVES in Motion The Braves have joined the newly formed Vine Valley Athletic League (VVAL) and student-athletes are showing their ALL HEART spirit on and off the field.
FALL SEASON
the Year, Hannah Chau ’18 the young squad off to a strong
Cheer
finished 3rd in the VVAL cluster meet and are paced by
Head Coach: Miranda Walsh LaRocco ’01 A deep senior squad started the season in the annual summer camp and continued the proud tradition of leading our strong student section at home football
start in VVAL play. Both the girls and the boys recently Casey Potrebic ’21 and Mia Vlaming ’19. The VVAL Championship NCS and CIF State meets await (at press time).
Football Head Coach: Brandon LaRocco ’98
Braves Blowout, the JV and varsity teams continue to
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NCS Division IV Championships: 1983 (SAC), 2000, 2003, 2004, 2008, 2012, 2014 League Championships: 1973, 1974, 1979, 1983, 2004
lead the way with rhythm and precision.
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Scholastic Championships: 2012, 2016, 2017
games. Along with performing at Homecoming and the
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Cross Country
Football traveled to Piedmont and won 53-28 in the first
Head Coach: Michael Anderson
round NCS playoffs then fell to Del Norte in the quarter
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NCS Scholastic Champions: 2006, 2015 (Boys), 2016 (Boys), 2017 (Boys), 2017 (Girls) League Champions: 1979 (Girls), 1980 (Girls), 988 (Boys), 1989 (Boys), 1990 (Boys), 1997 (Boys), 1997 (Girls), 1998 (Boys), 1999 (Boys), 1999 (Girls)
After graduating Napa Valley Register Female Athlete of
finals. The team sits at 5-7 overall and 1-5 in VVAL play. Senior quarterback Barrett Donahoe ’19 has paced the offense with both his arms and his legs for a team that is averaging more than 25 points a game. On defense Miles Williams ’20 has emerged as a true threat including his go-ahead fumble recovery touchdown against Napa.
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Girls Golf Head Coach: Ray Graziani • •
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NorCal State Champions: 1995, 1995, 1998 NCS Champions: 1988-89, 1989-90, 1090-91, 1991-92, 1992-93, 1993-94, 1994-95, 1995-96, 1996-97, 1997-98, 1998-99, 1999-00, 2011, 2012, 2014 NCS Scholastic Champions: 2006 League Champions: 1974-75, 1975-76, 1976-77, 1977-78, 1978-79, 1979-80, 1980-81, 1982-83, 1983-84, 1990-91, 1991-92, 1992-93, 1993-94, 1994-95, 1995-96, 1996-97, 1997-98, 1998-99, 1999-00, 2001, 2002, 2004, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015
The Braves were the #4 seed in NCS play after rolling to the VVAL title with an 11-1 league record (19-4 overall). In section play, the team clinched a state playoff berth with home victories over #13 Del Norte and #5 University High School before falling in 5 games to #1 seed Branson. The squad was led by senior Julia Sangiacomo ’19, Shelby Thomason ’19, and Eva Cleary ’20. In addition to their continued on-court success, the school again participated in the annual “Serve it Up Classic” at Christian Brothers High School in Sacramento at which they partnered with fellow SFNO District schools to provide service projects and play in a weekend tournament.
Finishing out the year with a 5-7 VVAL record the girls golf team continued to get better as the season moved forward.
Boys/Girls Water Polo
Starting the year with 9 golfers many of which this was
Head Coach: Fabian Camacho
their first time playing golf, it was a steep learning curve for them, and the girls worked hard to get ready to compete at
The girls water polo team won their second consecutive
tournament level. The team was led by Sumaia Khoury ’19,
league title in 2018, thus having the unique distinction
Samantha Tuite ’20, and Abbie Bain ’20. Notable newcom-
of winning them in two leagues. In closing out VVAL
ers were Alex Mazzucco ’22 and Ashley Esperanza ’21. With
play on a nine game winning streak they were led by
a large group of underclass players, the future is bright.
Sarah Reynolds ’22 and Meghan Hansen ’20 who com-
Volleyball Head Coach: Chelsea Reilley • • •
NCS Champions: 1983, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2013 NCS Scholastic Champions: 2006 League Champions: 1983, 1984, 1985, 1987, 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 2002, 2007, 2018
The team earned a berth in the CIF State Tournament and were defeated in the first round at Nevada Union.
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bined for 169 of the team’s 261 regular season goals. The boys were led to a strong 3rd place VVAL finish by Brix Kowalski ’19 and Jake Jeremaz ’19. Their season was highlighted by sweeps over American Canyon, Napa, Sonoma, and Ukiah.
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Girls Tennis Head Coach: Jim Reilly •
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10-16 season and an NCS Division IV tournament berth. They return 2 starters in Liam McDevitt ’20 and Barrett
Section Champions: 1984-85, 1985-86, 1986-87, 198788, 1988-89, 1989-90, 1991-92, 1992-93, 1993-94, 199495, 1995-96, 1997-98, 1999-00 League Champions: 1976-77, 1977-78, 1979-80, 198081, 1981-82, 1983-84, 1984-85, 1985-86, 1986-87, 1987-88, 1988-89, 1989-90, 1992-93, 1993-94, 1994-95,
Donahoe ’19 who both played significant roles for the
1995-96, 1997-98, 1999-00, 2000-01
Girls Basketball
The girls team traveled to City College San Francisco
Braves last season. The Braves welcome first year head coach David Granucci to Justin-Siena, who spent the past 2 seasons as the Associate Head Coach at Saint Martin’s University in Lacey, Washington.
Head Coach: Andrew Bettencourt ’02
set all season. The VVAL championship marked the sec-
CIF NorCal State Champions: 1985, 2014 NCS Champions: 1985, 1997, 2008 NCS Scholastic Champions: 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2016, League Champions: 1982, 1983, 1984, 1985, 1986, 1987, 1988, 1989, 1990, 1991, 1992, 1993, 1994, 1997, 2004,
ond straight time it as an all-JS affair with the Shanker
2008, 2010, 2013, 2014, 2015
where they defeated Lick-Wilmerding (#2 seed) in an opening round NCS match. The girls team went unde-
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feated in the VVAL with three of the four top seeds in singles play hailing from JS after not dropping a single
sisters facing off a year after Jenna Curtola ’19 beat Pavarthi Shanker ’21 to win the MCAL crown in 2017.
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Girls basketball starts this upcoming season with high hopes to improve on last season’s 13-14 record (7-7 in MCAL) and first round loss in the NCS Playoffs. The
WINTER SEASON Boys Basketball Head Coach: Dave Granucci • •
NCS Champion:s 1974 NCS Scholastic Champions: 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2018
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League Champions: 1975, 1981, 1994, 2000
The varsity boys basketball program is coming off a
Braves will be led by 5 seniors, including 2017-2018 Napa Valley Register Girls Basketball Player of the Year Ashlee Whittemore ’19, Kiran Monteverdi ’19, the team’s Defensive Player of the Year in 2017-2018 returns for her 3rd varsity season and is joined by Mikhaela Cepeda ’19, Ella Thatcher ’19, and Grace Walter ’19, all in their 2nd season on varsity. The Braves are excited to have Haley Cremen ’14, 3-time Napa Valley Register Player of the Year, Napa Valley Athlete of the Year 2013-
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2014, and recent Chico State graduate to the coaching
by Cooper Cohee ’22, who brings regional and national
staff. Cremen joins assistant coach Tim Malloy ’87, and
level experience to the squad gained as a decorated
head coach Andrew Bettencourt ’02 who is in his 5th
youth wrestler with the Napa Sheriff’s Activities League.
year as Varsity Head Coach.
Boys Soccer Head Coach: Felipe Nieto
Girls Soccer
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NCS Championships: 1999, 2000
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League Championships: 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000
SPRING SEASON Baseball Head Coach: Jeremy Tayson • • •
NCS Champions: 2000, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2014, 2015 NCS Scholastic Champions: 2010, 2016 League Champions: 1984, 1999, 2000, 2002, 2004, 2005, 2012
There is a renewed sense of enthusiasm around the
The Braves finished the 2018 season strong with a huge
boys and girls soccer programs for the upcoming winter
extra inning upset win over #4 seeded Cardinal New-
season. Both programs have had a healthy turnout for
man in the NCS Division III opener before falling to #5
conditioning and with Erick Branagan-Franco heading
Bishop O’Dowd in the quarterfinals. The team grad-
into his 3rd season leading the girls team and Felipe
uated only three seniors (including senior All-MCAL
Nieto (Spanish teacher) returning to coaching this year
and ALL-NCS short stop Asher Sutter ’18) and appear
with boys good things appear to be ahead.
Wrestling Head Coach: Jason Guiducci •
NCS Champions: 2006
With three returning NCS qualifiers in Tommy Lopez ’19, JP Negueloua ’20, Jacob Guiducci ’20, and 4-year returner Syohei Harr ’19, the Braves look to surprise the goliath squads of the new VVAL. Still deep in a youth movement with very few upperclassmen the future looks bright with a talented group of newcomers led 38 AUTUMN 2018 AVANTI
poised to take the next step in section play for 2019. They will be led by junior All-MCAL and NCS Pitcher-utility man Nolan Dunkle ’19 along with Sebastian Bon Borquez ’20 and Noah Young ’21 who both represented Northern California at the Team USA National Player ID camp in Cary, NC this summer.
Boys Golf Head Coach: Ray Graziani • •
NorCal State Champions: 1994, 1995, 1995, 1998 NCS Champions: 1988-89, 1989-90, 1990-91, 991-92, 1992-93, 1993-94, 994-95, 1995-96, 1996-97, 1997-98,
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1998-99, 1999-00 NCS Scholastic Champions: 2006 League Champions: 1974-75, 1975-76, 1976-77, 1977-78, 1978-79, 1979-80, 1980-81, 1982-83, 1983-84, 1990-91, 1991-92, 1992-93, 1993-94, 1994-95, 1995-96, 1996-97, 1997-98, 1998-99, 1999-00, 2001, 2004, 2007, 2013
Boys Lacrosse Head Coach: John Murray
Swimming and Diving Head Coach: Monica Linn Swimming and diving have a solid history of strong teams and individual performances.
Boys Tennis Head Coach: Jim Reilly
the Braves into the 2018 season and the new Vine Valley
Section Champions: 84-85, 85-86, 86-87, 87-88, 88-89, 89-90, 91-92, 92-93, 93-94, 94-95, 95-96, 97-98, 99-00 NCS Scholastic Champions: 2010, 2011, 2018 League Champions: 1976-77, 1977-78, 1979-80, 198081, 1981-82, 1983-84, 1984-85, 1985-86, 1986-87, 1987-88, 1988-89, 989-90, 1992-93, 1993-94, 1994-95,
Athletic League. With 19 returners, Coach Murray should
995-96, 997-98, 999-00, 2000-01
Boys varsity lacrosse will look to improve on their 7-12 record from last season to the form that led them to the NCS quarterfinals in 2017. Miles Williams ’20 will lead
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have the experience and talent needed to compete in a new and competitive league.
Girls Lacrosse Head Coach: Noelle MacDougall Girls varsity lacrosse returns 14 players from last year’s team, which lost in the 1st round of the NCS tournament and finished 9-13 overall and 3-6 in league. The Braves will be led by 1st Team All MCAL attacker Allison Clark ’19, along with Olivia Capiaux ’19 and Mia Vlaming ’19, who received 2nd Team and Honorable Mention in the MCAL last season. Coach MacDougall will rely on her experienced group as they take aim at a Vine Valley Athletic League Title.
Softball Head Coach: Tim Garcia • • •
NCS Champions: 2003, 2011 NCS Scholastic Championships: 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2014 League Championships: 1977, 1979, 1980, 1981, 1983, 1986, 1988, 1992, 1994, 1995, 1998, 2002, 2003
The boys team is expected to be young with an infusion of freshman. The boys will be led by seasoned veterans Jose Chopitea ’19, Aidan Dolinar ’19, and Nick Reyna ’21.
Track and Field Head Coach: Tracy Martin • • • •
CIF State Champions: 1989 (John Prudenti 300M Hurdles) NCS Championships: 2013 NCS Scholastic Championships: 2008, 2010, 2011, 2013 League Championships: 1977, 1979, 1980, 1986, 1987, 1989, 1996, 1998, 1999, 2000
After a strong 2018 season and multiple school records broken, the Justin Siena Track and Field Team graduated 13 extremely talented senior athletes. Two graduates, Hannah Chau ’18 (UC Irvine) and Kendall Martin ’18 (UC Santa Barbara), will continue to compete in collegiate track and field. In the upcoming 2019 season, 100 meter runner, Conrad Say ’19, and hurdler, Landon Mispagel ’19, both want to repeat their League Champion performances, this time in the new VVAL league. Josephine Weis ’19 (sprints, pole vault) and Gianna Troppy ’19 (high jump, discus) will also make a win-
Finished the 2018 season with a 13 -11 record giving
ning impact in VVAL. The team has strong returners in every
them the opportunity to play in the MCAL playoff, for
category, and looks forward to a very successful season.
the first time in 5 seasons, the team also qualified for the NCS division IV playoffs. The team graduated 2 All-MCAL and NCS players in Melissa Corona ’18 and Vianca Dagnino ’18, both moving on to continue their softball careers at the college level. The team will be lead this season by Clare Garcia ’19, Victoria Politz ’19, and Michelle ’19 and Melissa Lozano ’19, and Jocelyn Stojack ’20, Isabel Poulson ’20, and Clare Halsey ’21. In the 2019 season the Braves are looking forward to playing on their new home field. AVANTI AUTUMN 2018 39
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A PASSION FOR THE GAME When you’re playing on the school’s first-ever Vine Valley Athletic League championship team, as a two-time Napa County Player of the Year with more than 1,000 career kills (and counting), a 4.5 GPA, and a Division 1 scholarship from your parents’ alma mater waiting in the wings, the idea of leaving a legacy behind should carry a lot of weight. But for Julia Sangiacomo ’19, one of the most decorated
younger kids that might want to play at Justin-Siena as
athletes in Justin-Siena history, the answer for what she
well. They see how hard she works, which I think shows
hopes to be remembered for is simple, “I hope to be re-
them that they too can become great players and leaders
membered as a hard worker and a good person.”
with that same passion and dedication. She knows what
With the team currently deep into section and state playoffs, Head Coach Chelsea Reilley, echoes that senti-
she wants and works hard to get it, which requires a great deal of maturity and self-awareness.”
ment, “As one of our captains, she leads by example —she
The list of Sangiacomo’s accomplishments is extensive,
always brings a high level of intensity and effort to every
putting her in the conversation as one of the greatest ath-
practice and match. She’s kind to her friends and team-
letes in Justin-Siena history. With her senior season awards
mates. She sets a great example for the players on JV and
not yet being announced she currently stands as a two
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BRAVES REPORT time defending All-Napa County Player of the Year, All-MCAL 1st and 2nd team selection, and as a junior named to the CBS MaxPreps.com California All-State Volleyball Team in Division
My teammates motivate me on the court. You play for the people next to you.
3. Despite the long list of individual
mates, and because of that others respect her as well.” Even though she has always been physically dominant it was the intangibles that took some time to develop. “Julia was already such a gifted play-
awards, it is the team piece that still
er when we met her, but it has been
needs to be checked off her list. When asked what her
amazing to see her court awareness and smarts develop
most memorable athletic moment has been at Justin, Julia
over the past two years,” Coach Chelsea Reilley noted.
did not hesitate in mentioning the team, “Winning league and beating Vintage have been real highlights for me. I
A FAMILY TRADITION
want to win NCS and go as far as we can in the postsea-
The middle child of a second generation Justin-Siena fami-
son.” While they didn’t win the NCS, losing to Branson in 5
ly, Sangiacomo’s roots at Justin-Siena run deep. Her father,
sets in the Semifinals, they have received a bid in the CIF
Mike Sangiacomo ’87, played both football and baseball
State Playoffs.
at Justin-Siena; older brother Joey Sangiacomo ’16 played
On the court, the 6 foot 5 Sangiacomo makes for an im-
basketball and baseball for the Braves and younger brother
posing figure for the champion Braves according to Coach
Robbie Sangiacomo ’22 is planning to be a 3-sport athlete
Reilley. “She can hit harder and higher than most, but she
for the Braves. This experience has been very rewarding
can also read opposing blocks and defenses mid-air, then
for the family according to Mike. “Watching Julia develop
hit the ball accordingly based on what she sees. Totally dif-
physically, academically and spiritually at Justin-Siena has
ficult (and scary!) to defend against—there just aren’t many
been very rewarding. I personally had a great experience at
teams that can stop her.”
Justin-Siena years ago and she seems to be accomplishing
In addition to her on-the-court prowess and strong in-
and contributing more than I could have imagined.”
ner drive, she hasn’t been afraid to lean on her coaches and
Taking the family piece further, Sangiacomo is an early
teammates as they’ve made it to the Braves to the cham-
commit athlete to Santa Clara University where she hopes
pionship level they have achieved this year. Sangiacomo
to major in biology or medicine. Santa Clara is where her
says, “My teammates motivate me on the court. You play
parents met and her dad was also a standout tight end on
for the people next to you.”
the football team. She will be the third-generation Sangi-
This has been very apparent as the Braves charged to
acomo to play for the Broncos. While the family tie was
the VVAL title and continue into section and state play-
important here, it wasn’t all that led Julia to competing
offs. After a slower finish in their 2017 season, the Braves
in the West Coast Con-
have seemingly been getting better as the season advanc-
ference.
es. Sangiacomo said some early season success led to the
feels a connection to the
team’s confidence. “Winning has helped the morale. We
campus
have been preparing all year for the postseason, and having
itself. “I fell in love with
the type of success we have had has given us confidence.”
the campus and really
Sangiacomo and
program
On a personal level, she cites a competitive nature that
like the coaching staff.”
was nurtured by growing up in a family of athletes as well
When asked about how
as being a perfectionist, “...ever since I was little.” Growing
she feels about the up-
up with her brothers may have also played a big part. “Part
coming transition from
of the reason why I am so competitive is from my brothers.
Justin-Siena
We always played sports growing up.”
Clara Sangiacomo was
to Santa
Despite her powerful presence, she leads in a humble
quick to reply, “I’m excit-
manner according to Reilley, “So many players of her cali-
ed to go their and play. I
ber have egos and attitude, but Julia has none of that. And
feel ready. She also stat-
sometimes it becomes the “Julia Show” on the court be-
ed that she was not quite
cause we rely so much on her abilities, but she’s also the
ready to leave her friends
first to celebrate the team and encourage her teammates
and
to excel. She is respectful of the coaches and her team-
community just yet.
the
Justin-Siena
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In Their Own Words At Justin-Siena we are commited to teaching more than just the game. Hear from these Braves what it means to them to be a student-athlete at the Home of the Braves.
off. My most memorable athletic moment was receiving the MCAL
2-YEAR FOOTBALL CAPTAIN; ALL-MCAL FOOTBALL HONORABLE MENTION
MVP after winning the MCAL Indi-
JENNA CURTOLA ’19 Tennis 2017 MCAL MVP CONTINUES DOMINANCE IN THE VVAL; 4-YEAR VARSITY TENNIS STARTER; 2017 MCAL CHAMPION, 4.4 GPA; LASALLIAN STUDENT LEADER
vidual title during my Junior season.
Being a student-athlete at Justin-Si-
I am proud to say that I am the first
ena has meant a lot to me. It has
Justin-Siena tennis athlete to be given
helped me realize my school work
this title. On the court, my biggest
is important and that I must priori-
influence has been my club coach,
tize being a student before I am an
Phil Cello. He played, and coached at
athlete. Athletics has opened many
the pro level, and pushed me to not
doors for me and I have met many
only be a great tennis player, but also
people through sports, including
to be a great person. His kind and
my closest friends today. This has
supporting nature helped me to play
prepared me for life after Justin-Si-
the sport I love for over 10 years. He
ena because I have learned how to
inspires me on and off the court, and I
be a leader and how to interact with
couldn’t ask for a better coach.
people. I also believe that being a student-athlete has helped me learn how to deal with high pressure situations and how to respond to problems I have and will face. My most memorable moments have been my
To be a student-athlete at Justin-Sie-
time playing football, being on the
na has provided me with life lessons
field with all my friends and putting
including tenacity, morality, and in-
in the work. In my final year at JS I
tegrity, as tennis is very much a sport
want to be able to feel that I have put
that involves honesty. Student-ath-
everything into my school work and
letes at Justin Siena have become a
athletics. My biggest influence on
community, and I am grateful to be a
the field has been Coach Streblow,
part of it. After Justin- Siena, I plan to
because he always pushes me to be
attend a top university to study busi-
better and to learn from my mistakes.
ness with an emphasis on marketing.
This has influenced me because he
Justin-Siena tennis has taught me how to stay focused and dedicated, which is crucial in obtaining a college degree. Tennis has shown me that hard work and determination do pay
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BARRETT DONAHOE ’19 Football; Basketball
has been in the same situations I have
NAPA COUNTY NEWCOMER OF THE YEAR LEADING THE WAY AS A SENIOR 3-YEAR VARSITY BASKETBALL PLAYER;
been my mom and dad because they
and I trust his advice and input. My biggest influences off the field have work so hard in everything they do
BRAVES REPORT and they give me an example of how
striving to make this one of the best
oped will translate into everything
to work in everything you do and still
softball seasons yet. My biggest influ-
I do in the future. Also, being part
make time for the ones you love.
ences on the field are Mr. Garcia and
of a truly amazing group of people is
Mr. Fechter. Coach Garcia, my Dad,
something that has helped me to de-
has pushed me and supported me
velop myself, and choose who I want to
immensely. Coach Fechter has always
become. Senior night this year will be
understood me as a person and player,
the most memorable moment for me
and can always put a smile on my face.
as being surrounded by parents, fans, and even administration who came to show their support meant a lot. It will be something I will cherish forever.
CLARE GARCIA ’19 Softball ACTIVE STUDENT LEADER ALSO DOES PLENTY OF DAMAGE ON THE DIAMOND; 4-YEAR VARSITY SOFTBALL CAPTAIN; ALL-MCAL AND NAPA COUNTY PLAYER; STUDENT AMBASSADOR; 3.6 GPA
Being a student-athlete at JS has meant the world to me. It was always important to me to attend a high
BRIX KOWALKSI ’19 Water Polo; Swimming 2 YEAR WATER POLO CAPTAIN; STUDENT LEADERSHIP; ALL-MCAL SECOND TEAM; ALL-NAPA COUNTY TEAM
TOMMY LOPEZ ’19 Wrestling; Baseball QUIET COMPETITOR LETS HIS GAME DO THE TALKING; MCAL WRESTLING MEDALIST; 2017 BASEBALL #ALLHEART AWARD WINNER; 3.86 GPA; PEER TUTOR
school where I could continue playing
Being a student-athlete at Justin-Si-
the sports I love. It’s a very special
ena has been extremely rewarding.
experience to be on a team. You grow
While it is difficult managing both ac-
so much as a person, a student, and
ademics and athletics, it has given me
an athlete. JS has more than pre-
the opportunity to learn to manage
Being a student-athlete at Justin-Si-
pared me for life after high school.
a rigorous academic schedule as well
ena means taking pride in my school
Playing sports, juggling school, work
as maintaining a quality athletic re-
and the accomplishments I make, and
and a social life has been difficult,
sume, which I believe can translate to
my involvement has prepared me for
but with the help of coaches, teach-
many things in the future. Whether it
life after Justin-Siena by teaching me
ers, and friends, it’s much easier. My
be college, or life after and outside of
dedication and discipline—a desire to
most memorable athletic moment
school, the leadership roles and expe-
be the best I can be with discipline on
would be my Sophomore year on
riences I have been provided through
and off the field. My most memora-
the Varsity Softball team when I was
water polo will carry on in the near
ble athletic moment was winning my
runner-up player of the year for Napa
and distant future. Being surrounded
wrestling match against San Marin at
County. One thing I’m pushing hard
by such an amazing student body,
the MCAL tournament to move on to
to accomplish is making the third
faculty, and coaching staff is some-
NCS. In my final year I want to be a
round of playoffs. It’s my last year
thing I am extremely grateful for, and
mentor for lower classmen to look up
and I’m Captain, as well as getting
have learned a lot from. The things I
to and also end the year with a 4.0.
knee surgery this past summer, so I’m
have learned and skills I have devel-
Also, I want to be the best wrestler
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BRAVES REPORT and baseball teammate/player I can
yet I must set smaller goals, stepping
be. My biggest influence on the field
stones along the way that will require
is Jeremy Tayson, my baseball coach.
perseverance and sacrifice. Athleti-
He has coached me at the varsity
cally, I hope to make it in the playoffs
level, and also in summer baseball for
for football, break 11 seconds in the
Sonoma Stack. He is more than just
100m, long jump over 20 feet, triple
a coach, he is supportive and pushes
jump over 40. My favorite moment
players to be the best on and off the
competing for JS was when I knew
field.
my 4x100m relay team had made it to the Meet of Champions in Berkeley. The year prior that had been our primary goal but we had missed the cut off by .01 seconds. The next year, we not only made it to Berkeley, but we broke the school record. My biggest influences have always been my coaches, some who have taught me as well. From the weight room with Coach Ed, to the field with my football and track coaches, they show the same passion for the sport that makes me love being a student
CONRAD SAY ’19 Football; Track and Field RECORD BREAKING RUNNER STARTING SENIOR YEAR FAST; 2018 MCAL 100M CHAMPION; 4.5 GPA; INVESTING CLUB
Being a student-athlete has meant setting goals and pursuing them relentlessly, finding one’s passion and being willing to make sacrifices for it. I hope to pursue my passion in biology and sports medicine at John Hopkins University, becoming a physical therapist or even a doctor,
athlete.
schedule while making time for my family and friends. I feel like outside of Justin I will be able to use the things I have learned about balance and time management to help me in college. Because of the dedication and hard work that I have learned as a student-athlete, I can work around problems and try my best to succeed. My most memorable moment was scoring my 1000th career point my
ASHLEE WHITTEMORE ’19 Basketball REIGNING NAPA COUNTY PLAYER OF THE YEAR LOOKS TO FINISH CAREER STRONG; 4 YEAR VARSITY STARTER, 2X ALL-MCAL 1ST TEAM, 4.28 GPA, SENIOR SERVANT LEADER
junior year and celebrating the win with my teammates. I want to have a successful year on the court, and also maintain good grades in the process. I hope to have a memorable senior year with my peers, and prepare myself for college. My biggest influence on the court would be my dad and my coaches, because they want the
Being a student athlete has made
best for me and help my achieve my
me have to work hard on learning
goals every day. They know what I
balance. I have had to teach my-
am capable of and help guide me to
self how to manage a heavy school
be the best version of myself both on
workload and a busy basketball
and off the court.
Sangiacomo continued from p. 38.
Both Julia and her family are excited to see what she
making our time here special. Our three children have
takes from her high school experience on to the next level,
chosen sports as their primary extra curricular activities
“We are very proud of her and look forward to her taking
but the community spirit extends beyond sports. Having
what she has learned at Justin-Siena to create her own ex-
attended many games, arts performances and events you
periences at another Catholic school.”
get a sense of the “together” that the school encourages.
Justin-Siena is a wonderful community for our family. Certainly the strong academics and engaged, caring faculty are fantastic, but it is the spirit of the school that is
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Justin-Siena has teachers, coaches and a staff that create a Christian environment for our children to develop in life.
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HOME of THE BRAVES Dare to be BRAVE
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on-campus athletic facilities including the Clark Gym, softball field, fitness center, tennis courts, 2 baseball fields, and Dodd Stadium all up to date with recent (or scheduled) rennovations.
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ON-CAMPUS COACHES INVESTING IN STUDENT GROWTH ON AND OFF THE FIELD/COURT
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NCS All-Scholastic teams since 2006
75%
OF THE STUDENT BODY PLAYS AT LEAST ONE SPORT
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alumni serving on the coaching staff
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full-time Athletic Trainer with national distinction putting JS in the top 20% of U.S. and CA public and private schools who invest in this level of care for student-athletes
league 145 championships
boys and girls teams in thirteen sports at the varsity and JV level
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months of strength and conditioning sets the Braves up for in-season performance and multi-sport success
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ALUMNI NEWS
REUNIONS CLASS OF ’98 REUNION
Saturday, August 10 and it will be held at Vintner’s Golf
The Class of 1998 gathered for their 20 year reunion
will also be a Family Picnic, BYO (Bring your own) BBQ
back where the magic all started, the Justin-Siena cam-
on August 9. For more information- please contact An-
pus. Gathering in Patron’s Plaza (or the DMZ as they all
drew Bettencourt ’02, abettencourt@justin-siena.org.
know it), the class had drinks donated by classmates, food from the Justin-Siena food service group Campus Kitchens (run by alum parents Tom and Ann Bassett),
Course in Yountville. Tickets will be available soon. There
CONSIDERING PLANNING A CLASS REUNION?
and an 80s cover band! Also, in an incredible gesture, the class donated the leftover money from the reunion
While Justin-Siena does not run the class reunions, we
to the school as a class gift of $1,000! We are incredibly
do want to be involved and help in any way we can. We
thankful for the spirit, generosity, and engagement of the
are always willing to provide the school as a (free) venue
Class of 1998. (Photos- Sent in Google Folder).
for the reunion, and we can also help facilitate food service options. We can help with providing memorabilia,
UPCOMING REUNIONS
name tags, and will help with registration, and logistics.
The Class of 2008 has an upcoming reunion in the spring
email and social media, as those seem to be the best
on March 2, 2009 at Justin-Siena. For more information
ways to reach people. If you are interested in leading or
please visit the Facebook page for the class or contact
helping lead your class’ reunion efforts, please contact
Andrew Bettencourt ’02, abettencourt@justin-siena.org.
Andrew Bettencourt ’02, abettencourt@justin-siena.org
The Class of 1999 has already set their date and location for their reunion in 2019! The date for the reunion is 46 AUTUMN 2018 AVANTI
Our recommendation is to do most communication via
for more information.
ALUMNI NEWS
IMPROMPTU REUNION These alums found a way to connect on campus by attending the Pasta Feed before the Braves’ first home football game. From left to right Miranda Walsh LaRocco ’01, Justin Paniagua ’03, Peter Schmitz ’03, Daniel Lemieux ’73, Kevin Lemieux ’03, Jill Woolley Sinclair ’99, David Sinclair ’99, Stephanie Quinlan Fidler ’97, and Chris Fidler ’02. Watch the Justin-Siena Journal e-newsletter for upcoming events. Pictured with these alums is the next generation of Braves!
The DJ called, “All JS alums to the dance floor for a group photo!”
ALUMNI WEDDING When high school sweethearts marry, it’s a reunion! On July 14, 2018 at Mont La Salle Tom Keown ’10 married Mary Gerlomes ’11. Braves in the wedding party included Tim Keown ’82 and Miriam Smith Keown ’82 (parents of the groom); Caroline Bettencourt Gerlomes ’79 (mother of the bride); Brandt Keown ’08, Allison FitzGerald ’09, Jeffrey Gerlomes ’10, Spencer Joske ’10, Mary Kate Francis ’11, Alex Keown ’12, and Andrew Keown ’14. More than 50 alums were in attendance!
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CLASS NOTES We love hearing from you and know that your classmates do too—so keep the information coming! You may submit updates and information to Advancement Associate Andrew Bettencourt ’02 at abettencourt@justin-siena.org. Be sure to include a photograph too!
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1 Jim Day ’72 was a presenter at Vocation Day in September. Mr. Day presented to the students about a career in education. He is currently a teacher in the Social Studies Department at Justin-Siena and recently starred in the Justin-Siena Theatre fall production of Thornton Wilder’s Our Town, playing the Stage Manager. Senator Bill Dodd ’74 (1) was on campus in the spring, making a special presentation to our 5-time Napa County champion Mock Trial team. He is pictured with team captain Juan Carlos Mora ’19. Gary Prince ’79 and Andrew Bettencourt ’02 (4) were both volunteers at the Safeway Open at Silverado Golf Course for Justin-Siena. Every year the Braves provide volunteers to work the 18th Green concession stand and
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4 the school is given money to support co-curricular activities. Gene Dick ’82, Judy Dick Howell ’84, Kathleen Dick Morrison ’87 and Joann Dick Bullock ’89, Megan Howell ’12, and Kendall Howell ’14 (2) were all on hand to see the eighth member of the Dick family graduate from Justin-Siena, Emmy Morrison ’18- daughter of Kathleen. Unable to attend was Ken Dick ’83. Current Justin-Siena student Seth Morrison ’21 will be the next member of the family to complete Justin-Siena. Brett deLeuze ’83, President of ZD Wines, took time to visit Justin-Siena for Vocation Day to speak with students about the wine industry and did a demonstration on tasting (using soda of course!).
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5 Tim Malloy ’87 and A.J. Riebli ’87 (3) were back on campus in September to speak at Vocation Day. Earlier this year Tim was inducted into the Alumni Hall of Honor and currently serves as an assistant coach for the Varsity Girls Basketball team. James Sasser ’93, Vivian McLaughlin ’94, and Taylor Bartolucci ’00 (5) combined their forces in a Lucky Penny production of Into the Woods earlier this Fall. In this 50th year anniversary of Theatre Arts, here at Justin-Siena, it was gratifying and exciting to see some of our theatre alums working together again. Bartolucci (pictured) was also a presenter at Vocation Day in September. Matthew Farver ‘94 attended Miss Saigon in San Francisco where Christine Bunuan ’95 (6)
6 played the role of Gigi. The two shared the stage in any number of Justin-Siena Theatre productions in the early 90s and enjoyed a brief reunion in San Francisco. After Justin-Siena, Christine went on to earn a BFA in Acting from the Theatre School at DePaul University in Chicago. Scott Meyer ’95 was recently made an honorary U.S. Army Ranger for his bravery during the Tubbs, Kenwood, and Adobe Canyon fires. He is a captain for the Kenwood Fire Department and a training officer. A graduate of Southern Oregon University, Scott has also continued his academic career by earning a Masters from Oxford and was recently made a member of the Royal Society for Asian Affairs at a ceremony at the House of Lords in the English Parliament.
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Andy Miller ’96 was recently featured in a Napa Valley Register article about the Safeway Open, a PGA Tour event held annually at Silverado Golf Course in October. Miller is the Design Director at the Golf Course. Stephanie Quinlan Fidler ’97 and Chris Fidler ’02 (7) welcomed their 2nd child, Quinn Marie Fidler into the world on October 27, 2018 at 4:26 am. Baby Quinn was 8 lbs., 15 oz. and joins her sister Lucy in the Fidler family. We look forward to Lucy and Quinn continuing the family tradition of attending Justin-Siena! David Sinclair ’99 was a presenter at Vocation Day in September. David is married to current Justin-Siena Counselor and Vocation Day presenter Jill Woolley Sinclair ’99 and they have two children who currently attend St. John the Baptist Catholic SchoolEmilyn and Connor. Jeff Dodd ’00 is currently running to be a member of the Napa Valley College Board of Trustees. Miranda Welsh LaRocco ’01 (11) was recently named the head Cheer Coach at Justin-Si-
ena. Miranda cheered while at Justin-Siena and currently works for ADP. She is married to head football coach Brandon LaRocco ’98 and they have 2 girls, Payton and Jordyn. May Boeve ’02 (8) had a very busy past year. She spoke in Sonoma on climate change, was married to Dave Bryson, and was the keynote speaker at Justin-Siena Vocation Day in September! May Boeve ’02, Chris Fidler ’02, Dr. Michael Savino ’02, Andrew Bettencourt ’02, and Kyle Lely ’02 (12) were able to have a quick class reunion at Vocation Day in September. Boeve, Savino, and Lely all presented. Boeve is the Founder and Executive Director of 350.org, Savino is a Radiologist for Kaiser in Vallejo, and Lely is a Captain for the Sonoma Valley Fire Department. Fidler and Bettencourt both work for their alma mater. Fidler is the Science Department Chair and Bettencourt works in the Alumni and Student Life offices as well as coaching the varsity Girls Basketball team. All 5 also graduated from St. Francis in Sonoma. Dominic Deguilio ’03, a Corporal
for the Napa Police Department, was at Justin-Siena with his wife Taylor Bartolucci ’00 to present at Vocation Day. Future Brave Everett Gabriel Dodd was born January 30, 2018 to Brian Dodd ’02 and Olivia Everett Dodd ’04 (9). Congratulations on the addition to your family! Drew Dittman ’04 was back on campus in September to present at Vocation Day about his time in the United States Navy as a Fleet Marine Force Corpsman. Kristy Cates ’95 (13) joined a star-studded cast in NBC’s “A Very Wicked Halloween” to celebrate the 15th anniversary of the blockbuster hit musical, Wicked. Part of the original Broadway cast in the ensemble and the understudy for Idina Menzel, Kristy went on to play Elphaba in the Chicago production of “Wicked” through 2005. To celebrate the 15th anniversary of “Wicked” on Broadway NBC threw a joyous Halloween party for the ages. This televised concert featuring songs from the blockbuster musical hit “Wicked” showcased a cavalcade of special guest stars to help cel-
ebrate the music and the magic of the show that tells the story of what happened in Oz before Dorothy dropped in. In the special’s final number of “For Good” the stage was filled with notable Elphabas and Glindas, including Kristy. Melissa Weakley ’06 (14), Campaign Associate and coordinator of events at the Asia Foundation, met with Ban Ki-moon, the 8th Secretary-General of the United Nations when he was honored with The Asia Foundation’s Chang-Lin Tien Distinguished Leadership Award in recognition of his significant leadership in international development on September 11, 2018, in San Francisco. Melissa was inducted into the Justin-Siena Hall of Honor in the spring. Ali Amaral Barta ’07 (10) graduated from both the Batten School of Leadership and Public Policy (MPP ’18) and the Darden School of Business (MBA ’18). She has also developed a Medicinal Tea for Infections. Ali’s commitment to the success of her herbal products company, Nuna Med, is deeply personal. Her first product, called Urinary Tract SupporTea, treats her own chronic urinary
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19 tract infections, caused by a nearly fatal workplace accident in April 2014. Eric Sweigert ’08 (15) and his wife and former JS English teacher, Jamie (Hodgkin), returned to the USA after their wedding last summer and a year in Barcelona. Eric now has a Masters degree in Social Studies/History. After catching up with a few former colleagues, Thom McDermott, Laura Kelley-Weakley, Emily Ciabattari, Melissa Weakley ’06, and Georgine Clarke, they settled in San Diego where Jamie is pursuing a Masters in Social Work. Paul Dugoni ’09 (19) got married on June 2, 2018 to Sarah Pagliero. They were married on the Pagliero property in Napa. Paul and Sarah recently bought a home near Alston park in Napa and he is still employed by Hall Winery in St. Helena as a marketing/sales specialist. In addition, Paul also coaches the frosh basketball team at Napa High school. Following two years of working with a non-profit in Washington DC, Jeffrey Gerlomes ’10 (21) has joined the Western Dominican Novitiate in August at St.
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20 Dominic Priory in San Francisco. He is a clerical novice preparing for priesthood in the Order of Preachers, and has taken the name of Brother Philip. Tom Keown ’10 married Mary Gerlomes ’11 (16) on July 14. The couple was married at Mont La Salle in Napa. Tom is currently in his fourth year of medical school at UC Irvine and Mary teaches 6th grade at St. Edward the Confessor in Dana Point. Tom and Mary live in Capistrano Beach. Erin Kinda ’10 took time away from her job at Pixar to present at Vocation Day in September. Erin is currently working as a Production Coordinator. Katie Lynn Schloesser ’10 (22) and Justin Lloyd Lingscheit of Hillsboro, Oregon were wed October 7, 2017 at Scholls Valley Lodge in Hillsboro. She is a 2014 graduate of the University of Portland. She works as a research chemist for Moses Lake Industries in Milwaukie, Oregon. (Photo) Megan Castellucci ’11 recently completed her first season as Assistant General Manager of the
21 expansion Napa Silverados professional baseball team. Castellucci was also able to make time to come and present at Vocation Day in September. Gabby Morrongiello ’11 (17), currently working as a White House Correspondent for the Washington Examiner has also been featured recently on Fox News. Gabby Skyped in to Vocation Day to do a session with students on a career in journalism. Gabby married Caleb Orr, a native Texan and policy adviser to Sen. Marco Rubio, R-Fla., on September 29, 2018 in Charlottesville, Virginia. The couple met in Washington, DC shortly after Morrongiello graduated from George Washington University. Several Justin-Siena Class of 2011 alumni attended the ceremony, including Maia Mulcahy, Chelsea Lazzari, Frances Dixon, Dustin Mertens, Mark Wangeman, and Domenic Hjerpe (20). Eric Dugoni ’12 is employed by Hall Winery in St. Helena and works in the tasting room. Eric received his Psychology Degree from Chico in May of 2017.
22 Maverick Hall ’12 graduated magna cum laude in June from the University of San Diego with a B.S. in mechanical engineering. Maverick spent three years taking classes at Santa Rosa Junior College before transferring to San Diego. During college, Maverick interned for LifePort/Sikorsky Helicopters for three years and his year four internship was with UTC Aerospace Systems. He will be staying on in San Diego and has accepted a job with NAVAIR, the U.S. Navy Naval Air Systems Command. Zoe Taylor ’12 (18) has been busy since her graduation from Justin-Siena. Zoe attended Santa Barbara City College for 2 years and then transferred to UCSB, earning her bachelor’s in Sociology. After working as a waitress for a short time she decided to go on an adventure to Ecuador to teach English for six months in a rural town. Amazed by the generosity of the people, she and a fellow teacher then hitch-hiked around Ecuador and Colombia for two months. She returned home to Napa, and to Justin-Siena to substitute! In July of 2018 she was accepted to a master’s program for counseling psychology at Cal-
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State in May with a BS in Exercise Physiology. She was also a member of the Women’s Basketball team for all 4 years. Cremen has recently joined the Justin-Siena Girls Basketball coaching staff as a varsity assistant.
Marcus Armstrong-Brown ’13 (23) is currently in the middle of his senior season playing wide receiver for the University of Hawaii football team. So far this season, Marcus has 29 catches for 307 yards and a touchdown. Marc Castellucci ’13 (28) was the primary catcher for Montevallo University (Alabama) Baseball, a Falcons team that finished in the south regionals and earned a #20 national ranking. For the season he hit .277 with 4 home runs and will be returning to Justin-Siena as a coach having graduated with his degree in business management. Tyler Whitehead ’13 wrapped up his career in the spring playing baseball for Napa Valley College. After pitching primarily as a freshman at NVC, Whitehead moved the outfield for his sophomore campaign and posted a .393 on base percentage for the Storm in 25 games. Haley Cremen ’14 (24) graduated magna cum laude from Chico
Emma Hampson ’14 graduated after majoring in neuroscience and religious studies at Bates College. Kendall Howell ’14, who is currently a Digital Marketing Associate for the Napa Valley Film Festival (NVFF) is promoting the NVFF ’15 documentary feature Right Footed, a documentary that centers on the life of Jessica Cox who, due to a severe birth defect, was born without arms yet continued to follow her dreams by becoming an expert martial artist, college graduate, motivational speaker, and one of the world’s only armless airplane pilots. Nathan Krill ’14 (25) is a graduate transfer who will play 1 year for the University of San Francisco Dons men’s basketball team after playing 3 years for Wesleyan. In his senior season at Wesleyan, Krill was a starter and averaged 12.2 points per game.
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a presenter at Vocation Day in September. Naufahu Anitoni ’15 (27) is a senior for the St. John’s University (Minnesota) Football team and is the team’s punter, averaging 36.4 yards per punt. Jack England ’15 had a cameo wrestling against the protagonist in the recent movie, American Wrestler: the Wizard, which was screened in July at the Napa Valley Film Festival. Sasha French ’15 (31) is beginning his first season for the University at Albany, State University of New York in Basketball as a redshirt Sophomore. Morgan Malloy ’15 (26) just began practicing for her junior year of eligibility (she is a senior academically) on the Saint Mary’s College Women’s Basketball team. Morgan walked on as a sophomore and earned a scholarship for the past 2 seasons. Brendan Natuzzi ’15 was the starting third baseman and regular reliever as a junior for the Willamette University Baseball
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team. His Bearcat team was a win away from the D3 World Series. He batted .280 and had an era of 2.93 in his two-way duty.
Emma Duge ’16 was named to the 2018 Dean’s List for Colgate University.
Kathleen Scavo ’15 (35) is currently competing in her senior season for the University of Oregon on the Women’s Golf team. She recently finished 8th in a tournament and is one of the leaders of the team. As a junior she was a member of the Pac-12 All Academic team. Maria Davis ’16 (32) is currently competing in the fall season of her Junior year at Long Beach State University on the Women’s Golf team. In two tournaments this year she finished 40th and 28th for the 49ers. After redshirting his first year, Nik Dodson ‘16 (33) made the Solano Community College, Baseball team as a utility infielder for the Falcons posting 69 AB’s for the typically strong Solano squad. Pitching out of the bullpen, Jordan Dunkley ’16 (41) posted an ERA of 2.41 in 18.66 IP in his freshman year at Canada College (Redwood City) for the Baseball team.
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Josh Jackson ’16 (38) was named to the NBA All-Rookie team for the 2017-2018 season. Josh is currently playing for the Phoenix Suns. Lindsey Krill ’16 will be participating on the women’s basketball team for Pomona College this upcoming season. She previously helped out at Brown University in the basketball program and also played Rugby. Colton Peterson ’16 (36) Earned the starting second baseman’s job down the stretch for the Sacramento City College Baseball team, a squad that was only a win away from being crowned state champions. Dominique Shelton ’16 (40) is in his junior season playing defensive back for the Mississippi Valley State Football team. Shelton and has 20 tackles on the season while leading the team in pass breakups with 7. Demetri Bouzos ’17 (34) was back in the Arts Lab catching up with Mr. James Bailey in August.
38 Demetri is a Theatre Arts major at USC in his sophomore year. Dante De Los Santos ’17 (39) is in his sophomore season running both Cross Country and Track for the University of California Santa Cruz. Kaitlyn Gardner ’17 (37) is currently in her sophomore season on the Swimming and Diving team for Depauw University. Kaitlyn is participating in the 100 and 200 meter backstroke, as well as the 200 meter IM, and the IM relay team. She was a 4-year varsity swimmer at Justin-Siena and a captain for 3 of those years. Nate Kaufmann ’17 made 12 appearances and 5 starts for the Napa Valley College Baseball team, finishing the season in the team’s starting rotation as a true freshman. Ariel Kivela ’17 (39) is in the midst of her sophomore season for the Pitzer College Cross Country team. Kivela ran a 5k time of 19:48 at the UC Riverside Invite in September. Isabella Leonardi ’17 (42) is in her sophomore year at University of Redlands preparing for the upcoming Lacrosse season. In her freshman season, Bella scored 6 goals and
39 added an assist for the Bulldogs. Donna Roscoe ’17 and some of her classmates at Amherst College were recently featured in a video working on some incredible Summer Robotics with one of their professors. They built a robot that could play soccer. Aidan Willard ’17 (44) is currently a redshirt freshman for the Oregon State University Football team. He saw his first regular season game action recently in a game against Arizona State. Ron Caretti Jr. ’18 (47) is participating in his freshman season playing defensive back for the Santa Barbara City College football team. He led the team in tackles in his first game and continues to be the main contributor on defense for his team. Hannah Chau ’18 (39) has been the top finisher for the University of California Irvine Cross Country team in all but 1 race this season, including a 14th place finish in the 21-team UC Riverside meet in September. There were well over 100 participants in the race. A great start for the freshman’s college career!
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Cole Cummings ’18 is currently in his freshman season playing basketball for San Diego Miramar College. Cole was a starter in his first game for the Jets, scoring 2 points and collecting 3 rebounds. Elizabeth Hansen ’18 (43) and her teammates at the University of California San Diego are currently training for the upcoming water polo season in the spring as she transitions to college after a stellar career for the Braves that included a 2017 MCAL regular season championship. Kendall Martin ’18 (46) will be joining the University of California Santa Barbara Track and Field team as a Javelin thrower. Martin had a great track and field career at Justin-Siena as well as being a six-time USA Track & Field Pacific Association champion in the javelin and a five-time Junior Olympic qualifier. Rebecca Reynolds ’18 (45) is currently preparing for her freshman year on the UC Davis Water Polo team after a stellar career at Justin-Siena that included a 2017 MCAL regular season championship. Steven Silva ’18 was back on
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campus recently speaking to our current senior classes about the transition to college from high school. Thank you Steven! After wrapping up an all-MCAL and all-NCS senior season for Justin-Siena, Asher Sutter ’18 is now at Santa Rosa Junior College where he projects to play in the middle infield for the perennial junior college power. Lisa Taylor ’18 is currently in her freshman year at Fort Lewis College preparing for the spring season of Lacrosse. Taylor was a standout for the Braves varsity team and is excited to continue her career in college.
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Our thoughts and prayers are with these members of our Braves family. Michael Hamilton ’70 passed away in September from natural causes. He is survived by his wife Paula McDaniel Hamilton ’70, his son Matthew Hamilton ’01, and his sister Debra Hamilton Sears ’71. Michael was the first student body president at Justin High School. He also played football, basketball, baseball, track, and was on the debate team. Michael also participated in the first play in Justin-Siena history, My Fair Lady. After high school, Michael served as a defense attorney in Napa for years, as well as adjunct Professor of Law at Hastings College. Justin Tolbert ’06 (pictured left), son of Pat and Ed Gadson and Michael Tolbert, passed away this past spring. After graduating from Justin-Siena, Justin attended Sacramento State where he earned a degree in communications and broadcasting. Justin was an Eagle Scout. Colin Chadwick ’08 passed away unexpectedly of a heart attack in Los Angeles on July 20, 2018. While attending Justin-Siena, Colin played baseball and basketball. After gradu-
ation, he moved on to study and play college basketball at UC Riverside and Chapman University. Colin is the son of Ray and Karen Chadwick and brother of Owen and Graham. Mireya Cendejas, mother of Anna Lucero (Al) Cendejas-Tafoya ’07 and Eli Cendejas, passed away surrounded by her children and husband, Javier Cendejas, on October 15 after a brief battle with gastric cancer. Mireya is remembered for her kindness, wisdom, and genuine love of all those whose lives she touched. Paul Hoff, a former JS Trustee, active member of the Napa community, and successful litigator with Zeller, Hoff, and Zeller passed away on Nov. 3. Paul is survived by his wife Kathryn Shifflett Hoff ’70, and children Lindsay Hoff Keller ‘95, (Jim Keller ’94), Molly Hoff Segui ’97 (Will), Alex Hoff ’99, Lucy Hoff Partridge ’01 (Tom), Conor Hoff ’07 (Tram), and 7 grandchildren. Paul was a man of faith, of hard work, and of love, and an example of goodness to all who knew him.
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Remembering Br. Conrad BY EILEEN MIZE Director of Communications
It had been just one year since Justin-Siena celebrated its 50th anniversary, and woven through the stories and photos of those five decades the solid presence of and the profound impact made by our dear Brother Conrad Kearney, FSC can be found. So it was with a sense of sorrow and yet with a spirit of faith that we shared the news of the passing of our dear Br. Conrad at his Mont La Salle home late Monday night, February 5, 2018. It had been just one year since Justin-Siena celebrat-
and the occasional over-the-screen-shots, and enjoyed
ed its 50th anniversary, and woven through the stories
life in community with basketball and winter recreation
and photos of those five decades the solid presence of
on the frozen ponds and lakes in the area. By the time of
and the profound impact made by our dear Brother Con-
his Silver Jubilee, he was teaching at Christian Brothers
rad Kearney, FSC can be found. So it was with a sense of
Academy in Albany, New York, and it was shortly there-
sorrow and yet with a spirit of faith that we shared the
after he got the call to come to California.
news of the passing of our dear Br. Conrad at his Mont La Salle home late Monday night, February 5, 2018.
What was meant to be a one-year exchange to allow a Brother from San Francisco to take some classes in New
Born William Edward Kearney in 1919 in New York,
York that he couldn’t get in California, turned out to be
New York, Br. Conrad was first introduced to the Chris-
a providential adventure that led him to a “new school”
tian Brothers through his young schooling and service as
in Napa. After two years at Bishop Armstrong in Sacra-
an altar boy in St. Bernard’s parish in Greenwich Village.
mento and a brief time at a school in Bakersfield, he was
For his senior year of high school, he joined the Junior
asked to go to Justin High School. It was fifty years ago,
Novitiate in upstate New York as he felt called to the
in 1968, Br. Conrad joined the faculty in Napa and never
Brothers’ life. He pronounced his first vows in 1937 and
looked back. As the years went on and he worked with
began his teaching career at La Salle Academy in Man-
the faculty and administration through some challenging
hattan—he taught Religion, English, speech, and typing,
times, he realized that he felt at home in Napa and that
and was the moderator and coach of forensics and coach
he belonged, and so in 1971 he was officially transferred
of freshman basketball.
to the District of San Francisco.
In his early career he went on to earn a master’s de-
In his early days at Justin he taught religion, English,
gree in English from Manhattan College, led teams of
and speech and also served as the moderator of the
student debaters and orators to victory at local compe-
Forensic Society. Alums often recall fondly the English
titions, tested gravity with rooftop handball tournaments
electives he introduced to the course catalog—Robert
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Louis
Stevenson
and
a living saint. He always
Jack London. In 1974
sees the face of Christ
some health complica-
in everyone he encoun-
tions affected his voice
ters.”
and so his classroom
words to share about Br.
teaching days came to
Conrad upon announc-
an end, but providence
ing Brother’s retirement
prevailed again as he
from full-time teaching
took up his new post
in 2002:
as the school librarian.
He
“Br.
had
these
Conrad
has
Always a model learner
been a gift to us in
himself, he completed
many different ways.
Library School at Pa-
To
cific Union College in
has been a dedicated
Angwin, and fully im-
worker preparing the
mersed himself in his
our
students
he
library so that it can be
library tasks with students while also taking on the job of
a valuable learning center for all. He offers help and di-
archiving news clippings and memorabilia in meticulous-
rection for those students pursuing their academic en-
ly kept, large format scrapbooks which, to this day, are
deavors. He also regularly attends all school activities.
an absolute treasure to the entire community.
To our faculty and staff, he has provided an example of a
His relationships with students and faculty and staff
teacher who brings a passion and a vision to his work. He
alike were treasured, and the Justin-Siena community
personifies dignity from his carriage to his sense of voca-
bestowed several honors on Brother Conrad. In 1999 he
tion. To our parents and alumni, he has been a constant
was awarded the Holy Spirit Educator Award and was
presence. He regularly attends civic and church func-
also nominated and then received the Distinguished
tions, weddings, baptisms, anniversaries, and funerals to
Lasallian Educator award from the District. He joyfully
continue his obligation to serve.”
participated in the building and blessing of the “new”
Brother Conrad touched so many lives. Maria Tur-
library—the Gasser Library and Information Center in
nage-Esse ’94 shared “Brother Conrad is the perfect ex-
2001, and then in 2002 celebrated his retirement after
ample of the best human being—one of the kindest and
thirty-four years on the faculty, but still remained in resi-
most supportive I’ve ever come across! Always a laugh
dence in the Brothers’ Community. The archives room in
and a smile with words of encouragement, praise and
the Gasser Center was named the Brother Conrad Ke-
respect. He always had such a quiet way with such pa-
arney Archives Room and the street sign on the north
tience and compassion. He has been remembered with
entrance to campus was named Br. Conrad Way. Even
love and fond memories in our family and will continue
after his move to Mont La Salle in 2003 and when he
to be. His presence here on earth will be missed by all.
wasn’t too busy working in the District Archives and No-
Rest well dear Brother Conrad... and thank you.” Coleen
vitiate Library lending his talents there, Brother Conrad
Savage Giovannoni ’98 shared “Br. Conrad is truly the
remained a steady presence not only on campus, but
epitome of what Justin-Siena stands for. As an alumnus
throughout the community at many gatherings and oc-
I know I can speak for us all personally thanking him for
casions. He attended Masses, reunions, sporting events,
everything he did for us and the legacy he built. We will
judged student speeches in speech class, and simply rel-
forever have the memories.” Michelle Strupp Weber ’73
ished a visit. In 2004 Br. Conrad was inducted into the
recalled “Br. Conrad was such an “all-present” member of
Justin-Siena Alumni Hall of Honor.
the staff to many of us in the early years of the two high
Br. Conrad Kearney was beloved by decades of Braves.
schools before they were joined. Going to the library (on
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he would always be there to greet us,
life from that very first speech and
and a big smile was ever-present. I
taking the time to stretch me, build
will always remember with fondness
my confidence and learn the val-
his presence at my father’s funeral—I
ue of hard work. You have always
know he attended many of them over
been a guardian angel to so many.”
the years in support of students and
Mike Savage ’99 recalls “Br. Con-
their families.”
rad was a pillar to the foundation
Our alums have so many mem-
of Justin-Siena. So many of us were
ories related to his teaching and li-
blessed with your dedication to the
brary work. Mary Valentinsen ’85
school.” He expressed gratitude for
shared “Br. Conrad was so helpful
Brother’s hard work and dedication.
when I needed help studying. I re-
“Even though I didn’t have any in-
member making my way to the Li-
teractions with you in the library
brary before school to catch up.
or class, I always recognized your
Thank you for your help, your kind-
presence at the basketball games.”
ness and teaching me about integ-
Former
colleagues
remember
rity.” Ed Bustamante ’74 shared,
him fondly for his friendship, exam-
“Thank you for enhancing my love of
ple, and presence. Retired teacher
books!” Jim Collins ’77 commented, “Br. Conrad was a true scholar. I still remember the lessons he taught in honors English forty five years ago. He lived an exemplary life and will be missed every day.” Ellen Toscano ’01 said, “He inspired so many of us and was such a gift to not only the
His fairness, kindness, generosity, and spiritual steadfastness have defined a right path for generations of students, faculty members, and parents.
Justin-Siena community but to the
—MR. THOM MCDERMOTT
world, and was an example of all
Sally DiGiacomo commented, “You are one of the most inspiring and wonderful people that I worked with and have known. You are Mr. Justin-Siena to many of us. You truly are a gift to all of us that knew you.” And another recently retired veteran English teacher Thom McDermott is mindful of the inspiration he was for him and his family. “His fairness, kindness, generosity,
the qualities Justin-Siena wished to represent.” She ex-
and spiritual steadfastness have defined a right path for
pressed gratitude for his support of the school, students,
generations of students, faculty members, and parents.
community, theatre, and everyone. “We love and appre-
We feel honored to be among those whose lives you
ciate you! You’re in our hearts always.”
have touched in profound ways over your many years of
Diane Williamson ’80 shared, “Brother Conrad was
teaching hearts, shaping minds, and guiding souls.”
such a truly compassionate person, who shared his com-
“A strong and kind man who never forgets you, your
passion freely with others. I know in my heart that the
children, and your family. Quiet and wise. Always there
gates are wide open for him.” Mary K. Redmond ’82
for everyone. The best.” These words were shared by
commented, “Such an amazing man, teacher, and most
Caroline Bettencourt Gerlomes ’79, and she is not alone
importantly a special friend to our family. Many happy
in her sentiments. Just a couple of months shy of his 99th
memories to look back on.” Debra Bawart-Daly ’81 re-
birthday, Br. Conrad led a rich life of faith and indelibly
members him fondly as a steady presence. “He went to
touched the hearts of all who knew him. So now we ask
every sporting event, he always made it a point to say
for his guidance once more as Richard Blake Jensen ’79
hello and remembered everyone’s name.”
posted upon hearing the news of his passing, “Br. Conrad
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guide us all with your angel wings.”
YOUR INVESTMENT TRANSFORMS LIVES
2017–18
HONOR ROLL of DONORS
HONOR ROLL of DONORS
HONOR ROLL of DONORS We are grateful for the following parents, alumni, alumni parents, grandparents, faculty, staff, friends, and businesses who contributed financial support to Justin-Siena between July 1, 2017 and June 30, 2018. Each donor made a gift for which no goods or services were received in return for their donation to Justin-Siena. These gifts make a significant difference, enriching the programs and experiences available to each student. We appreciate all who are included in this Honor Roll of Donors and are grateful each has chosen to support the students and mission of Justin-Siena.
TRUSTEE SOCIETY $10,000 - $24,999 Mr. and Mrs. Michael B. Gallagher Mr. Thomas P. Kenefick Mi Sueno Winery Sisters of St. Dominic, Congregation of the Most Holy Name
FOUNDER’S SOCIETY $25,000 + The Peter A. and Vernice H. Gasser Foundation Justin-Siena Foundation Mr. and Mrs. David S. Phinney Mr. and Mrs. John S. Reynolds
Giving Levels: Beginning on Nov. 1, 2018, some of our giving levels have been adjusted. The 1966 Society, which honors the year of our founding, is now its own giving level as opposed to a separate list. To accommodate this change, giving levels at the President’s Circle, Braves Circle, and Red and Blue Club have been modified. The levels list in this Honor Roll of Donors reflects this change. Please contact the Advancement Office at 707.255.0950 ext. 646 if you have any questions.
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LEADERSHIP SOCIETY $5,000 - $9,999 Mr. and Mrs. Richard Allen Aubert Wines Dr. and Mrs. Alok K. Bose Mr. and Mrs. Frank Bozzini Mr. and Mrs. Erich Bradley Dr. David J. Danzeisen and Dr. Kathryn Holder De La Salle Institute Mr. Jon Favreau and Dr. Joya Arcneaux Favreau ’88 Lasallian Christian Brothers Foundation Mr. and Mrs. George Minardos Ms. Rosemarie Quinlan Mr. and Mrs. Angelo Sangiacomo
1966 SOCIETY $1,966 - $4,999 The Albertsons Companies Foundation All Star Tournaments Mr. and Mrs. Mark R. Aubert Mr. and Mrs. Chris Baskerville Mr. Robert Blanusa and Dr. Laura Eichner Blanusa Ms. Teresa Bonzani, MD Mr. and Mrs. Antonio R. Chopitea
Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Dann Mr. Brett deLeuze ’83 and Mrs. Natalie deLeuze Mr. and Mrs. Paul Dold Mr. Thomas Durante ’93 and Mrs. Lea Durante Dr. Deborah Geary Mr. and Mrs. David R. Grieve Mr. and Mrs. Robert T. Jordan Mr. Andrew E. Kelly and Mrs. Holly Kelly, MD Kiwanis Club of Napa Foundation Malloy Imrie & Vasconi Insurance Services, LLC Mr. and Mrs. Michael McDevitt Michael Rupprecht Law, PC Mr. and Mrs. Luc Morlet Mr. Dustin Mowe and Mrs. Renee Mowe Mr. and Mrs. Anil L. Patel Rotary Club of Napa Sangiacomo Family Vineyards Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Soldati Mr. and Mrs. Arthur Spencer Mr. and Ms. Christopher M. Thompson Mr. and Mrs. Peter D. Wells
PRESIDENT’S CIRCLE $1,000 - $1,965 Mr. and Mrs. Edward P. Allen Mr. Mike Ashauer and Mrs. Patricia Andersen Ashauer ’79 Mr. and Mrs. Melvin L. Atchison The August Sebastiani Charitable Foundation Bordelon Foreman & Associates Mr. and Mrs. Jay Brazil Dr. Jeffrey R. Breneisen and Dr. Kimberly Breneisen Mr. and Mrs. Edmond F. Brovelli, Jr.
Ms. Nancy Calle ’70 Mr. and Mrs. Michael Cepeda Mr. Robert D. Cherry and Mrs. Clarice Turner Mr. Kevin P. Daw ’75 and Mrs. Claire Daw Dr. and Mrs. Matthew D. Duncan Mr. Andrew Euser ’78 and Mrs. Mary Bettencourt Euser ’77 Mr. Raul Gallegos and Mrs. Alma D. Gallegos Mr. and Mrs. Eric Gonzales Mr. and Mrs. Adam Green Grieve Family Trust Mr. Jason Guiducci and Mrs. Kristen DePasquale Guiducci ’93 Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Hagberg Mr. and Mrs. Donald Hart Mr. and Mrs. Paul Herriott Mr. and Mrs. David J. Holquin Housley’s Ranch Market, Inc. Dr. Daniel G. Huber and Dr. Mary Rose Huber Italian Catholic Fed. #12 Mr. and Mrs. Richard P. Janese, Sr. Jimmy Vasser Chevrolet Toyota Mr. and Mrs. Kimball C. Jones Kiwanis Club of Greater Napa La Salle High School, Pasadena Dr. and Mrs. Norman Lee Mr. Daniel D. Lemieux ’73 and Mrs. Lori Lemieux Ms. Kathryn Leonardini Mr. Robert Levy and Mrs. Martha McClellan Mr. and Mrs. Jeremy P. Lowe Ms. Leila P. Lyons Mr. Darren Maloney ’87 Mr. and Mrs. James J. Marchi Mary’s Pizza Shack Mr. Aaron J. McAlister ’91 and Mrs. Kimberly McAlister Ms. Diane McMinds Mr. and Mrs. Walter A. Mickens Mr. David Miner
HONOR ROLL of DONORS
Mr. and Mrs. Craig T. Musgrave Napa County Bar Association Napa Parlor No. 62 - Native Sons of the Golden West Col. Justin Nast, MD Mr. and Mrs. Alain Negueloua PG&E Corporation - Campaign for the Community Mr. and Mrs. Larry Pina Mr. Richard Pio Roda ‘94 and Mrs. Jessie J. Ho Mr. Paul Quinones and Mrs. Piper Murray Quinones ‘83 Mr. and Mrs. Simon C. Rebullida Mr. and Mrs. Russell A. Ricetti Mr. Bill Facendini and Mrs. Heidi Rickerd-Rizo Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Romero, Esq. ’81 Mr. and Mrs. Alex Ryan Mr. Steiner J. Schaufel ’82 and Mrs. Annelise Schaufel Shannon Lemieux Memorial Fund Mr. and Mrs. Vijayakumar Srinivasan Mr. Armando Suarez-Baez and Mrs. Claudia Pulido Suarez Dr. Artoteles Tandinco and Dr. Imelda Tandinco Mr. and Mrs. Robert R. Torkelson Totino-Grace High School Mr. Rick Van Duzer and Dr. Jodi Nunnari Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Villasenor Mr. and Mrs. Rudy von Strasser Mr. John Dillon and Mrs. Yelena Wells Whitehall Lane Winery Mr. and Mrs. Jeff Yung Dr. Thomas Zanardi ’86 and Mrs. Karen Zanardi Mr. and Mrs. Michael Zheng
BRAVES CIRCLE $500 - $999 Amazon Foundation Archbishop Rummel High School Mr. and Mrs. Felton C. Arcia Mr. Frank Artale and Mrs. Tiffany Scanlon Ms. Dania Atanassova-Een Mr. and Mrs. Hector W. Barba Mr. Richard Batt and Mrs. Katherine Bettencourt Batt ’78 Ms. Stephanie V. Beaurain Mr. and Mrs. Jason R. Beers Mrs. Alison Bihn ’98 Mr. and Mrs. Kurt Binz Mr. and Mrs. Charles Boles Mr. and Mrs. Steven Booska Ms. Julie Bordelon
Mr. and Mrs. Dionisios V. Bouzos Mr. and Mrs. Neil Bowman-Davis Mr. Philip Brazell ’04 Mr. Jeffrey Bundschu ’86 and Mrs. Elizabeth Nagel Bundschu ’85 Campus Kitchens, LLC Mr. Sean Capiaux and Dr. Gina Capiaux Mr. Thomas F. Carey ’86 and Mrs. Kristi Carey Mr. and Mrs. Rodel Catacutan Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey B. Ceccatti Christian Brother Charitable Trust Mr. and Mrs. David Ciabattari Mr. and Mrs. Stan Cordero Mr. Michael Cox ’86 Mr. and Mrs. Trey Curtola Mr. and Mrs. Michael E. Delonis Mr. John Dierking and Mrs. Lisa A. Marino Dierking ’87 Mr. and Mrs. Dale Downing Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Duffy Mr. Ronald Enos and Mrs. Lyndell Enos Mr. and Mrs. Ronnie Esperanza Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Estes Mr. Matthew Farver ’94 Mr. and Mrs. Thomas P. Flaherty Franz W. Sichel Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Walter J. Garcia Mr. and Mrs. George Gardner, Jr. Mr. Jeffrey Gerlomes and Mrs. Caroline Bettencourt Gerlomes ’79 Mr. Allyn Gilbert ’75 and Mrs. Elaine Cogan Gilbert ’76 Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Gomez Mr. and Mrs. Paulo J. Gouveia Mr. and Mrs. Clark K. Hallam Mr. and Mrs. Daniel E. Halsey, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. John Harrington Mr. and Mrs. Paul Hayer Ms. Michelle Hearne Mr. and Mrs. Robb Herrick Mr. and Mrs. Steven M. Heun ’83 Mr. and Mrs. Greg Holquist Mr. and Mrs. Todd J. Humphries Mr. and Mrs. Dylan B. James Mr. and Mrs. Richard P. Janese, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Edward Kawashiri Mr. and Mrs. Mark Keller Mr. Thomas C. Lowenstein ’83 and Mrs. Patricia Holden Lowenstein ’84 Mr. and Mrs. Scott Machado Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Marino Mr. and Mrs. Peter McCaffrey Mr. and Mrs. Michael T. McClure Mr. and Mrs. Kevin McGovern Dr. Lynette Mendoza Mr. and Mrs. Michael Minigan Mr. Bart Moore ’03
Student participants in the All Saints Day Liturgy on November 1. Pictured from r-l: Miles Williams ’20, Morgan Delcamo ’20, Jason Celaya ’19, Michael Prater ’22, Landon Mispagel ’19, Conrad Say ’19, Alexandra Antenen ’22, George Khoury ’21.
Napa Electric Mr. and Mrs. Mariano Navarro Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Charles Neidhoefer Mr. and Mrs. George Nessman Mr. and Mrs. Angelo A. Nogara Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth A. Palla Mr. and Mrs. Ryan Parlett Ms. Sharon Patterson Mr. Peter J. Potrebic and Mrs. Jodie Hunt Mr. and Mrs. Gary Prince ’79 Mr. Lawrence Puck Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Robles Mr. and Mrs. Luis Rodriguez Ms. Nathaly Ruiz Mr. and Mrs. Morgan Sanders Mr. and Mrs. David Schuemann Mr. Craig Sciambra Mr. and Mrs. Mark Spansel St. Paul’s School Mr. and Mrs. Brian E. Sullivan Dr. and Mrs. Paul Sweigert Mr. Joseph Tichy ’84 and Mrs. Jennifer Smith Tichy Rev. Antonio Valdivia Mr. and Mrs. Armando Velasco Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Vlaming Mr. and Mrs. Tim Wall Mr. and Mrs. John Wilkinson Mr. Paul Woolls and Mrs. Betty O’Shaughnessy Woolls Ms. Fanna Zhang
RED AND BLUE CLUB $1 - $499 Mr. and Mrs. John C. Adamo Mr. Robert Faber and Mrs. Lynn Adamo ’75 Mr. and Mrs. Alonso Alvarado Padilla
Note: We make every effort to assure all donors are properly listed in our report. If your name was inadvertently left out or listed incorrectly, we apologize. Please contact the Advancement Office at 707.255.0950 ext. 646 to advise us of this error. Thank you.
American Legion Auxiliary Napa Unit #113 Mr. Stephen F. Andres ’02 and Mrs. Noelle Wesolek Andres ’03 Mr. and Mrs. Vaea Anitoni Athletic Feat, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Fernando Ayvar Mr. and Mrs. Robert Bailey Mr. Jared Baird Mr. Milton Balbuena Mr. and Mrs. Michael Balmaceda Bank of America Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Tom Bassett Ms. Danielle Batten Mr. and Mrs. Robert W. Baumann Mrs. Virginia Benninghoff Mr. and Mrs. Christopher F. Berghout Mr. and Mrs. Dale W. Berry Mrs. Mary Bettencourt Mr. Andrew Bettencourt ’02 Mr. and Mrs. John Bordelon Ms. Marisa Borzoni Mr. Donald Botill and Mrs. Janet Merry Botill ’72 Ms. Annick M. Bouldt Mr. Peter B. Bowman Mr. Curt Brashear and Mrs. Kathleen Chermack Brashear ’87 Mr. and Mrs. Richard J. Bremer Ms. Catherine Breneisen Mr. and Mrs. Richard Brockmeyer Mr. and Ms. Bob Broman Brother James J. Brown, FSC Mrs. Megan K. Cadigan Mr. Bruce Callanan and Mrs. Jennifer Bailey Callanan ’78 Mr. and Mrs. Martin L. Campbell Mr. Chris A. Cardwell and Mrs. Anna Sousa Cardwell ’72 Dr. David Carlson and Dr. Jacqueline Williams Carlson Ms. Jennifer Carlson-Maloney
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Sister Jeremy Carmody, OP Mr. Benjamin Caron and Mrs. Katherine D’Adamo Caron ’77 Mr. and Mrs. Garry L. Carpenter Mr. and Mrs. Michael Carroll Mr. Scott E. Carter Mr. Brian G. Cassayre ’98 and Mrs. Brittany Cassayre Mr. and Mrs. James Cassayre Mr. and Mrs. Juan Cervantes Martinez Mr. Jeffrey E. Chappell Mr. Edward C. Charbonnet Mr. and Mrs. Alex Chavarria Chevron Corporation Matching Gifts Program Mr. Michael H. Chouinard and Mrs. Francine Perata Chouinard ’75 Christian Brothers High School Ms. Ellie Chynoweth Ms. Georgine A. Clarke Ms. Jennifer Coggburn Mr. Jon Cohen and Mrs. Julie Cohen Mr. Andrew Coleman Mr. James J. Conners and Dr. Beth Nolan Conners ’84 Mr. and Mrs. Terrance L. Cosgrove Ms. Mary Costello Mr. Robert C. Curtis ’01 and Mrs. Aimee Christensen Curtis ’01 Mr. and Mrs. Gemy D’Adamo Mr. Luigi Dagnino and Mrs. Franccesca Farfan Mr. and Mrs. Richard Dalen Mr. and Mrs. John Davis Mr. and Mrs. Paul Day Ms. Barbara Decius Mr. Robert B. Dellenbach Mr. Joseph Devine and Mrs. Tracy Desrociers Devine ’78 Mr. and Mrs. Eugene M. Dick Mr. Charles Dickenson ’71 and Mrs. Janine Dickenson Mr. and Mrs. Brian Dickson Mr. and Mrs. Leonard Dombrowski, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Dennis E. Drummond Mr. Gregory Durbin ’75 Mr. Ronald Duvall ’01 Mr. and Mrs. Todd Eckblad Mr. Faustino Edora and Dr. Eden Edora Mr. Gary Egkan and Mrs. Diana Stohsner Egkan ’74 Electronic Script Donor Ms. Sarah Farris Mr. and Mrs. Ed Farver Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Fechter Ms. Madelin Z. Ferguson
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Ms. Alma A. Fernandez Mr. and Mrs. David Figueroa Dr. and Mrs. John Fittipoldi, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Ramiro Flores Mr. and Mrs. David L. Forsythe Mr. and Mrs. William Foster Mr. Rob Armijo and Mrs. Jessica Futo ’08 Mr. and Mrs. Tim Garcia Mr. and Mrs. Robert M. Gardner Ms. Berenice Garvan Mr. and Mrs. Donald Gasser Ms. Susan E. Gavinski Ms. Sonia Gee Ms. Amy Geiger Mr. Anthony R. Genovese Mr. Michael Giambelluca Mr. and Mrs. Ted Giaquinto Mr. and Mrs. Matthew A. Ginn Mr. and Mrs. Paul A. Giusto Mr. Patrick J. Gleeson ’85 and Mrs. Pamela Gleeson Mr. and Mrs. Jared B. Goble Mr. and Mrs. Hira Gole Ms. Bridgette Graham Mr. and Mrs. Ronnie Gray Mr. Peter Green Ms. Joanna Green Ms. Winona M. Griffin Ms. Margaret A. Gsell Mr. and Mrs. Gerald P. Hallahan Rev. Luke Ham ’05 and Mrs. Stephanie Ham Mr. and Mrs. James Hard Mr. Philip Slater and Dr. Heidi Harrison Hayes Technical Services Mr. and Mrs. James V. Heim Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Hein Ms. Mary Pat Hepp Mr. and Mrs. Jerry P. Herman Mr. and Mrs. Alexander N. Hesser Ms. Heather Hill Mr. and Mrs. Andrew W. Hodges, Ed.D. Mr. and Mrs. Danny E. Hoffert Mr. and Mrs. Darrel L. Howatt Mr. and Mrs. Fredrick Huber Mr. and Mrs. Don J. Huffman Jr. Ms. Kristin Huffman Dr. and Mrs. Manly Hyde Mr. and Mrs. John L. James, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Jennings Mr. Michael Jordan Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Kalten Ms. Bonnie L. Karrigan Mr. Edward D. Katz and Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Martin-Katz Brother Conrad Kearney, FSC Mr. and Mrs. Aaron Keefer Mr. and Mrs. Ronald Kiedrowski Ms. Sue Kingsbury Mr. Patrick Kiser ’84
Mr. and Mrs. Stuart Knigge Mr. and Mrs. Gregory T. Kopra Mr. and Mrs. John H. Korte Ms. Glenda Kowalski Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Kunst Mr. and Mrs. Robert V. Kunst Mrs. Natalie Jansen Kuzma ’05 Mr. and Mrs. Richard J. Landry Ms. Kelly Lann ’84 Ms. Lorena Ledesma Vasquez Mr. Kevin Lely and Mrs. Joanne Ianziti Lely ’74 Ms. Jean Lemanczyk Ms. Katherine Lemanczyk Mr. and Mrs. Paul R. Lemieux Mr. Frederick Ley ’13 Mrs. Xiaozhen Li and Mr. Ziming Li Mr. and Mrs. Johnnie Linn Ms. Janet Llana Mrs. Cassandra Depew Maguire ’05 Mr. and Mrs. Eduardo Manansala Mr. and Mrs. Peter Manasse Mr. and Mrs. Tom Marshall Mr. and Mrs. Edgar Martinez Mr. and Mrs. Frank M. Mason Mr. David Mattos and Mrs. Linda Wojcik Mattos ’72 Mr. John Mauro and Mrs. Sofia Fedotova Mr. Eric Mayer Mr. and Mrs. Thomas McDermott Ms. Karen McGilley Mr. and Mrs. William McGuckin Mr. Thomas C. McWilliams ’88 and Ms. Angela Higgins McWilliams ’88 Mr. Kevin Melancon Mr. and Mrs. Ramiro Mendoza-Axle Mr. Gary J. Menegon ’73 and Mrs. Roberta Menegon Mr. and Mrs. Bradley T. Mills Mr. Joel Miroglio ’78 and Mrs. Naomi Miroglio Mr. and Mrs. Alan Mispagel Ms. Eileen M. Mize Ms. Sallie Kyle Moore ’87 Brother Richard Moratto, FSC Mr. Craig M. Moreno ’70 and Mrs. Louise Goodin Moreno ’75 Mr. Heath Morrison and Mrs. Kathleen Dick Morrison ’87 Mr. Patrick Mulcahy and Mrs. Catherine Heckert Mr. Neil F. Murphy Ms. Chawn L. Murray Napa Valley Community Foundation Napa Valley Horsemen’s Association Mr. David Napler Mr. Ronald Nasuti ’73
Mr. Jeffrey Neale and Jen Neale Ms. Lorraine M. Negri Mr. Nathan Galambos and Mrs. Christy Negri ’87 Ms. Ramona Nicholson ’81 Mr. and Mrs. Felipe Nieto Mr. James F. Nolan ’71 and Mrs. Mary Nolan Sister Brigid Noonan, O.P. Ms. Vijay Norfleet Ms. Joanna L. Nunes Mr. Edward O’Connor Mr. and Mrs. Pier Oddone Mr. and Mrs. Gregory H. Olen Mr. Jerome Olup and Mrs. Kathleen Glenn Olup ’83 Mr. and Mrs. Kevin O’Neill Ms. Lisa Pacey Ms. Cynthia Paniagua ’75 Ms. Adele Parker Mr. and Mrs. Scott Parker Mr. Dino Paternostro Mr. and Mrs. William Peatman Mr. Michael Pendergast Pink Elephant Concessions Ms. Ruma Poulsen Ms. Isabel P. Poulsen ’20 Mr. Matt Powell and Mrs. Jamie Powell Mr. Daniel Priest Mr. and Mrs. John L. Prince Mr. and Mrs. Philip Pyrce Mr. and Mrs. Michael Quast Mr. and Mrs. Robert N. Radovan Mr. Winthrop Reis and Mrs. Marie Van Winden Reis ’78 Mr. Richard A. Reso Mr. and Mrs. Ralph Reyna Mr. and Mrs. Peter Richmond Ms. Mychele D. Riddick Robert H. Zeller, Attorney at Law Mr. and Mrs. Nicolas Robin Mr. Robert F. Roche Mr. Clayce Rodamer Mr. and Mrs. Mark J. Roomian Mr. Ernest A. Rota Mr. and Mrs. Michael Rupprecht Mr. John Saltenberger ’81 Mr. Michael Savino ’02 Mr. Tim Schmeckpeper Mr. Matthew Schmitz ’01 and Mrs. Tasha Schmitz Mr. Rolf Schumann Mr. Timothy J. Seymour Mr. and Mrs. Francis J. Sharkey Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Sharp Mr. Lyle Sherburne Ms. Eileen Simmons Brother Kevin M. Slate, FSC Solvay High School Ms. Kathy Sparlin Dr. and Mrs. James P. Srebro Mr. SJ St. Martin
HONOR ROLL of DONORS
Captain Christopher L. Stathos ’73 and Mrs. Marylee McGee Stathos Mr. James K. Stevenson ’70 and Mrs. Fang Stevenson Dr. and Mrs. Stephen Sunseri Mr. Steve Suter Mr. Eric Sweigert ’08 and Mrs. Jamie Hodgkin Sweigert Mr. and Mrs. Ernesto Tapia Mr. Joseph A. Taranto The Kula Foundation The Presentation School Mr. and Mrs. Jose A. Torres
Mr. and Mrs. Kevin J. Towey ’70 Mr. and Mrs. Donald A. Townsend Mr. Huy Tran and Mrs. Luong Nguyen Tran ’89 Ms. Donnabel Uson Mr. and Mrs. Alejandro Valdivia Mr. Matthew C. Valine ’89 and Mrs. DeeAnn Grubbs Valine ’89 Mr. and Mrs. John A. Van Hofwegen Ms. Elizabeth Vianello Ms. Darla Viau Mr. and Mrs. Gene A. Vick
Mr. and Mrs. Raul Villalobos, Sr. Ms. Daniela Villasenor ’19 Ms. Beth Walker Mr. and Mrs. Larry D. Wallace, Sr. Mr. Larry D. Wallace ’97 and Mrs. Rebecca Wallace Mr. and Mrs. David C. Wallin Mr. and Mrs. Timothy J. Walsh Mr. Andrew W. Ward ’91 and Mrs. Meave Fallon Ward Mr. and Mrs. Marlon Washington Ms. Anita Webb Mr. and Mrs. Michael Weiner
Ms. Kathryn M. Weslow Mrs. Monica Wetmore Mr. R. Curt Williams and Mrs. Margaret Nolan Williams ‘77 Ms. Melanie Wilson Mr. and Mrs. Corey J. Wing Ms. Prudence Wong Ms. Antonia Woodford Ms. Jordan Wright ’05 Yary Sports Photography Mr. and Mrs. Robert Yeo Mr. and Mrs. Brent A. Youngborg
FUND A NEED Thanks to the generosity of donors who supported the 2017-18 Fund a Need, Braves Grove, significant improvements were made to the Home of the Braves near Dodd Stadium and the new softball field (opening spring 2019). Additional gifts were also received during this report period for the Clark Gym renovation project—More Than a Court. We are most grateful to the following donors.
MORE THAN A COURT
Mr. and Mrs. Frank Bozzini Mr. and Mrs. Edmond F. Brovelli, Jr. Justin-Siena Foundation Ms. Rosemarie Quinlan Mr. and Mrs. Angelo Sangiacomo
BRAVES GROVE
Mr. Stephen F. Andres ’02 and Mrs. Noelle Wesolek Andres ’03 Mr. Richard Batt and Mrs. Katherine Bettencourt Batt ’78 Mr. and Mrs. Bob Broman Ms. Ellie Chynoweth Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Dann
Dr. David J. Danzeisen and Dr. Kathryn Holder Mr. Joseph Devine and Mrs. Tracy Desrociers Devine ’78 Mr. and Mrs. Brian Dickson Mr. and Mrs. Paul Dold Mr. Andrew Euser ’78 and Mrs. Mary Bettencourt Euser ’77 Mr. and Mrs. Ramiro Flores Mr. and Mrs. Robert M. Gardner Mr. and Mrs. Matthew A. Ginn Mr. Patrick J. Gleeson ’85 and Mrs. Pamela Gleeson Mr. and Mrs. Eric Gonzales Mr. and Mrs. Danny E. Hoffert
Mr. and Mrs. David J. Holquin Mr. and Mrs. Kimball C. Jones Mr. Edward D. Katz and Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Martin-Katz Mr. and Mrs. Johnnie Linn Mr. and Mrs. Michael McDevitt Mr. Bart Moore ’03 Mr. Patrick Mulcahy and Mrs. Catherine Heckert Mr. and Mrs. Alain Negueloua Mr. and Mrs. David S. Phinney Mr. and Mrs. John S. Reynolds Mr. and Mrs. Peter Richmond Mr. and Mrs. Morgan Sanders Mr. Michael Savino ’02
Brother Kevin M. Slate, FSC Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Soldati Mr. Steve Suter Mr. and Mrs. Alejandro Valdivia Ms. Darla Viau Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Vlaming Mr. and Mrs. Peter D. Wells Mr. John Dillon and Mrs. Yelena Wells
SOFTBALL FIELD DONORS We are most grateful to the following donors. All Star Tournaments The Peter A. and Vernice H. Gasser Foundation Housley’s Ranch Market, Inc. Oppidan Rotary Club of Napa
Note: We make every effort to assure all donors are properly listed in our report. If your name was inadvertently left out or listed incorrectly, we apologize. Please contact the Advancement Office at 707.255.0950 ext. 646 to advise us of this error. Thank you.
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HONOR ROLL of ALUMNI We welcomed many alumni back to Justin-Siena gatherings. We are grateful for the support and presence of alumni in our community. We look forward to continued and growing engagement with Justin-Siena graduates in support of their alma mater and the students benefiting from their shared time, talent, and treasure.
CLASS OF 1970
Ms. Nancy Calle ’70 Mr. Craig M. Moreno ’70 and Mrs. Louise Goodin Moreno ’75 Mr. James K. Stevenson ’70 and Mrs. Fang Stevenson Mr. and Mrs. Kevin J. Towey ’70
CLASS OF 1971
Mr. Charles Dickenson ‘71 and Mrs. Janine Dickenson Mr. James F. Nolan ‘71 and Mrs. Mary Nolan
CLASS OF 1977
Mr. Benjamin Caron and Mrs. Katherine D’Adamo Caron ’77 Mr. Andrew Euser ’78 and Mrs. Mary Bettencourt Euser ’77 Mr. R. Curt Williams and Mrs. Margaret Nolan Williams ’77
CLASS OF 1978
Mr. Donald Botill and Mrs. Janet Merry Botill ‘72 Mrs. Anna Sousa Cardwell ‘72 and Mr. Chris A. Cardwell Mr. David Mattos and Mrs. Linda Wojcik Mattos ‘72
Mr. Richard Batt and Mrs. Katherine Bettencourt Batt ’78 Mr. Bruce Callanan and Mrs. Jennifer Bailey Callanan ’78 Mr. Joseph Devine and Mrs. Tracy Desrociers Devine ’78 Mr. Andrew Euser ’78 and Mrs. Mary Bettencourt Euser ’77 Mr. Joel Miroglio ’78 and Mrs. Naomi Miroglio Mr. Winthrop Reis and Mrs. Marie Van Winden Reis ’78
CLASS OF 1973
CLASS OF 1979
CLASS OF 1972
Mr. Daniel D. Lemieux ’73 and Mrs. Lori Lemieux Mr. Gary J. Menegon ’73 and Mrs. Roberta Menegon Mr. Ronald Nasuti ’73 Captain Christopher L. Stathos ’73 and Mrs. Marylee McGee Stathos
CLASS OF 1974
Mr. Gary Egkan and Mrs. Diana Stohsner Egkan ‘74 Mr. Kevin Lely and Mrs. Joanne Ianziti Lely ‘74
CLASS OF 1975
Mr. Robert Faber and Mrs. Lynn Adamo ’75 Mr. Michael H. Chouinard and Mrs. Francine Perata Chouinard ’75 Mr. Kevin P. Daw ’75 and Mrs. Claire Daw Mr. Gregory Durbin ’75 Mr. Allyn Gilbert ’75 and Mrs. Elaine Cogan Gilbert ’76 Mr. Craig M. Moreno ’70 and Mrs. Louise Goodin Moreno ’75 Ms. Cynthia Paniagua ’75
CLASS OF 1976
Mr. Allyn Gilbert ’75 and Mrs. Elaine Cogan Gilbert ’76
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Mr. Mike Ashauer and Mrs. Patricia Andersen Ashauer ’79 Mr. Jeffrey Gerlomes and Mrs. Caroline Bettencourt Gerlomes ‘79 Mr. and Mrs. Gary Prince ’79
CLASS OF 1981
Ms. Ramona Nicholson ’81 Mr. and Mrs. Robert J. Romero, Esq. ’81 Mr. John Saltenberger ’81
CLASS OF 1982
Mr. Steiner J. Schaufel ’82 and Mrs. Annelise Schaufel
CLASS OF 1983
Mr. Brett deLeuze ’83 and Mrs. Natalie deLeuze Mr. and Mrs. Steven M. Heun ’83 Mr. Thomas C. Lowenstein ’83 and Mrs. Patricia Holden Lowenstein ’84 Mr. Jerome Olup and Mrs. Kathleen Glenn Olup ’83 Mr. Paul Quinones and Mrs. Piper Murray Quinones ’83
CLASS OF 1984
Mr. James J. Conners and Dr. Beth Nolan Conners ’84 Mr. Patrick Kiser ’84 Ms. Kelly Lann ’84
Mr. Thomas C. Lowenstein ’83 and Mrs. Patricia Holden Lowenstein ’84 Mr. Joseph Tichy ’84 and Mrs. Jennifer Smith Tichy
CLASS OF 1985
Mr. Jeffrey Bundschu ’86 and Mrs. Elizabeth Nagel Bundschu ’85 Mr. Patrick J. Gleeson ’85 and Mrs. Pamela Gleeson
CLASS OF 1986
Mr. Jeffrey Bundschu ’86 and Mrs. Elizabeth Nagel Bundschu ’85 Mr. Thomas F. Carey ’86 and Mrs. Kristi Carey Mr. Michael Cox ’86 Dr. Thomas Zanardi ’86 and Mrs. Karen Zanardi
CLASS OF 1987
Mr. Curt Brashear and Mrs. Kathleen Chermack Brashear ’87 Mr. John Dierking and Mrs. Lisa A. Marino Dierking ’87 Mr. Darren Maloney ’87 Ms. Sallie Kyle Moore ’87 Mr. Heath Morrison and Mrs. Kathleen Dick Morrison ’87 Mr. Nathan Galambos and Mrs. Christy Negri ’87
CLASS OF 1988
Mr. Thomas C. McWilliams ’88 and Ms. Angela Higgins McWilliams ’88
CLASS OF 1989
Mr. Huy Tran and Mrs. Luong Nguyen Tran ’89 Mr. Matthew C. Valine ’89 and Mrs. DeeAnn Grubbs Valine ’89
CLASS OF 1991
Mr. Aaron J. McAlister ’91 and Mrs. Kimberly McAlister Mr. Andrew W. Ward ’91 and Mrs. Meave Fallon Ward
CLASS OF 1993
Mr. Thomas Durante ’93 and Mrs. Lea Durante Mr. Jason Guiducci and Mrs. Kristen DePasquale Guiducci ’93
HONOR ROLL of DONORS
CLASS OF 1994
Mr. Matthew Farver ’94 Mr. Richard Pio Roda ’94 and Mrs. Jessie J. Ho
CLASS OF 1997
Mr. Larry D. Wallace ’97 and Mrs. Rebecca Wallace
CLASS OF 1998
Mrs. Alison Bihn ’98 Mr. Brian G. Cassayre ’98 and Mrs. Brittany Cassayre
CLASS OF 2001
Mr. Ronald Duvall ’01 Mr. Robert C. Curtis ’01 and Mrs. Aimee Christensen Curtis ’01 Mr. Matthew Schmitz ’01 and Mrs. Tasha Schmitz
Ms. Jordan Wright ’05
CLASS OF 2002
Mr. Stephen F. Andres ’02 and Mrs. Noelle Wesolek Andres ’03 Mr. Andrew Bettencourt ’02 Mr. Michael Savino ’02
CLASS OF 2008
CLASS OF 2003
CLASS OF 2013
Mr. Stephen F. Andres ’02 and Mrs. Noelle Wesolek Andres ’03 Mr. Bart Moore ’03
CLASS OF 2004
Mr. Rob Armijo and Mrs. Jessica Futo ’08 Mr. Eric Sweigert ’08 and Mrs. Jamie Hodgkin Sweigert Mr. Frederick Ley ’13
CLASS OF 2019
Ms. Daniela Villasenor ’19
CLASS OF 2020
Mr. Philip Brazell ’04
Ms. Isabel P. Poulsen ’20
CLASS OF 2005
Rev. Luke Ham ’05 and Mrs. Stephanie Ham Mrs. Natalie Jansen Kuzma ’05 Mrs. Cassandra Depew Maguire ’05
YEARS OF CONSECUTIVE GIVING Loyal donors create a strong foundation of financial support for each academic year by including Justin-Siena in their annual philanthropy. The commitment of these donors helps Justin-Siena carry forth is its mission of educating students in the Lasallian tradition, preparing them to lead and serve in an ever-changing world. These donors, through their years of giving, demonstrate unwavering commitment to this mission, the traditions upon which Justin-Siena was built, and enrich the education of each student attending Justin-Siena today.
25 + YEARS
The Peter A. and Vernice H. Gasser Foundation
20 – 24 YEARS
Ms. Annick M. Bouldt Ms. Georgine A. Clarke Mr. and Mrs. Danny E. Hoffert Mr. Daniel D. Lemieux ’73 and Mrs. Lori Lemieux Mr. and Mrs. Thomas McDermott Ms. Lorraine M. Negri Sisters of St. Dominic, Congregation of the Most Holy Name
15-19 YEARS
Mr. Robert Faber and Mrs. Lynn Adamo ’75 Mr. and Mrs. Edward P. Allen Mr. and Mrs. Robert Bailey Mr. Kevin P. Daw ’75 and Mrs. Claire Daw Mr. and Mrs. Ed Farver Mr. and Mrs. Ronnie Gray Mr. and Mrs. Richard P. Janese, Jr.
10-14 YEARS
Mr. and Mrs. Michael Cepeda Mr. and Mrs. David Ciabattari
De La Salle Institute Mr. and Mrs. Dennis Fechter Mr. and Mrs. Michael B. Gallagher Mr. and Mrs. Tim Garcia Mr. Jeffrey Gerlomes and Mrs. Caroline Bettencourt Gerlomes ’79 Mr. and Mrs. James V. Heim Mr. and Mrs. Andrew W. Hodges, Ed.D. Mr. and Mrs. David J. Holquin Mr. and Mrs. Don J. Huffman, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Robert T. Jordan Ms. Bonnie L. Karrigan Kiwanis Club of Greater Napa Kiwanis Club of Napa Foundation Mr. and Mrs. Michael T. McClure Mr. and Mrs. Michael Minigan Mr. and Mrs. Craig T. Musgrave Napa County Bar Association Napa Parlor No. 62 - Native Sons of the Golden West Napa Valley Community Foundation Napa Valley Horsemen’s Association PG&E Corporation - Campaign f or the Community Mr. and Mrs. Manuel Pires Mr. and Mrs. Simon C. Rebullida Mr. and Mrs. John S. Reynolds Mr. and Mrs. Edwin Robles Mr. and Mrs. Ned Roscoe Mr. Ernest A. Rota Mr. Gregory D. Sinclair ’99 and
Mrs. Jill Woolley Sinclair ’99 Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Soldati Mr. and Mrs. Alejandro Valdivia Mr. and Mrs. John A. Van Hofwegen Ms. Darla Viau
6-9 YEARS
Mr. and Mrs. Vaea Anitoni Mr. Mike Ashauer and Mrs. Patricia Andersen Ashauer ’79 Athletic Feat, Inc. Mr. and Mrs. Fernando Ayvar Balletto Vineyards Mr. and Mrs. Chris Bartalotti Ms. Stephanie V. Beaurain Ms. Deidre H. Bell Ms. Teresa Bonzani, MD Mr. and Mrs. Dionisios V. Bouzos Mr. and Mrs. Jay Brazil Busters Southern Barbecue Cakebread Cellars Mr. Thomas F. Carey ’86 and Mrs. Kristi Carey Mr. Benjamin Caron and Mrs. Katherine D’Adamo Caron ’77 Mr. Brian G. Cassayre ’98 and Mrs. Brittany Cassayre Mr. Michael H. Chouinard and Mrs. Francine Perata Chouinard ’75 Dr. David J. Danzeisen and
Dr. Kathryn Holder De La Salle Institute Mr. Brett deLeuze ’83 and Mrs. Natalie deLeuze Mr. Thomas Durante ’93 and Mrs. Lea Durante Electronic Script Donor Mr. and Mrs. Christopher Estes Far Niente Winery Mr. Raul Gallegos and Mrs. Alma D. Gallegos Ms. Berenice Garvan Mr. Patrick J. Gleeson ’85 and Mrs. Pamela Gleeson Mr. and Mrs. David R. Grieve Mr. and Mrs. Shawn P. Guttersen Mr. Philip Slater and Dr. Heidi Harrison Mr. Raymond Honeywell and Mrs. Caitlin Hoffert Honeywell ’01 Dr. and Mrs. Manly Hyde Dr. and Mrs. Mark E. Jacobson Joseph Phelps Vineyards Kaiser Permanente Community Giving Campaign Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth Kunst Mr. Brandon C. LaRocco ’98 and Mrs. Miranda Welsh LaRocco ’01 Mr. and Mrs. Paul R. Lemieux Mr. and Mrs. Mark Lenz Mr. Robert Levy and
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Mrs. Martha McClellan Mary’s Pizza Shack Mr. and Mrs. Walter A. Mickens Mr. and Mrs. Bradley T. Mills Ms. Eileen M. Mize Mr. Bart Moore ’03 Mr. and Mrs. Mariano Navarro Jr. Ms. Cynthia Paniagua ’75 Paradigm Winery Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey Politz, D.D.S. Mr. Paul Quinones and Mrs. Piper Murray Quinones ’83 Ms. Nathaly Ruiz Mr. and Mrs. Morgan Sanders Mr. and Mrs. John Schwartz The August Sebastiani Charitable Foundation Shannon Lemieux Memorial Fund Mr. Brian T. Sheekey and Mrs. Sally Sheekey Brother Kevin M. Slate, FSC Dr. Artoteles Tandinco and Dr. Imelda Tandinco The Presentation School Mr. and Mrs. Armando Velasco Mr. and Mrs. Daniel Villasenor Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Vlaming von Strasser Winery
Mr. and Mrs. Timothy S. Walsh Mr. and Mrs. Corey J. Wing Mr. and Mrs. Scott G. Wright ZD Wines
5-YEARS
Mr. and Mrs. John C. Adamo Amazon Foundation American Legion Auxiliary Napa Unit #113 Mr. and Mrs. Felton C. Arcia Mr. and Mrs. Melvin L. Atchison Mr. Richard Batt and Mrs. Katherine Bettencourt Batt ’78 Dr. and Mrs. Alok K. Bose Dr. Jeffrey R. Breneisen and Dr. Kimberly Breneisen Mr. and Mrs. Jeffrey B. Ceccatti Colgin Cellars Mr. and Mrs. Stan Cordero Mr. Luigi Dagnino and Mrs. Franccesca Farfan Mr. and Mrs. Brian Dickson Dr. and Mrs. Matthew D. Duncan Mr. and Mrs. Thomas P. Flaherty Mr. and Mrs. Ramiro Flores Mr. and Mrs. Walter J. Garcia Mr. and Mrs. Douglas Gomez
Grieve Family Trust Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Hagberg Mr. and Mrs. Clark K. Hallam Ms. Mary Pat Hepp Mr. and Mrs. Rolando Herrera Mr. and Mrs. Paul Herriott Mr. and Mrs. Steven M. Heun ’83 Mr. and Mrs. Kevin Kalten Ms. Kelly Lann ’84 Mr. Brad Rey and Mrs. Jill Levy Mrs. Xiaozhen Li and Mr. Ziming Li Ms. Janet Llana Mr. and Mrs. Jeremy P. Lowe Mr. Thomas C. McWilliams ’88 and Ms. Angela Higgins McWilliams ’88 Mi Sueno Winery Mr. Patrick Mulcahy and Mrs. Catherine Heckert Mr. and Mrs. Charles Neidhoefer Mr. and Mrs. George Nessman Mr. and Mrs. Kenneth A. Palla Mr. and Mrs. Russell A. Ricetti Rotary Club of Napa Mr. Michael J. Sangiacomo ’87 and Mrs. Whitney Sangiacomo Mr. Steiner J. Schaufel ’82 and Mrs. Annelise Schaufel
Mr. and Mrs. Randy St. Jean Mr. and Mrs. Ernesto Tapia Mr. John Dillon and Mrs. Yelena Wells Whitehall Lane Winery Mr. and Mrs. Michael Zheng
COMMUNITY SCHOLARSHIPS Members of the Class of 2018 were awarded the following community scholarships recognizing outstanding student achievement in academics, service, the arts, and athletics. We are grateful for such community support. American Legion Auxiliary Napa Unit 113 Scholarship August Sebastiani Scholarship Brother Daniel O’Connor Memorial Scholarship California Scholarship Federation Justin-Siena Chapter (5) Community Projects, Inc. Scholarship in Memory of Mary Ellen Wahle (3) Ed Weber Memorial Scholarship John Biale Memorial Scholarship Kiwanis Club of Greater Napa Brent Gularte Scholarship Kiwanis Club of Napa Scholarship (4) Napa County 4-H Sponsoring Committee Scholarship Napa County Bar Association Scholarship Napa County Bar Association Scholarship in Memory of Damian Maldonado Napa County Hispanic Network Scholarship (2) Napa Parlor No. 62, Native Sons of the Golden West Scholarship (2) Napa Valley College—Burrell Wilson Mathematics Scholarship Napa Valley College—Elks Larison Scholarship (2) Napa Valley College Foundation Scholarship
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Napa Valley Community Foundation—Fruit of the Vine Scholarship Napa Valley Community Foundation—Julian Weidler Business Scholarship Napa Valley Horsemen’s Association Scholarship Napa Valley Marathon Scholarship (2) National Honor Society Scholarship (2) Patrick Savage Memorial Scholarship Paul Sheffer Memorial Scholarship Paulette Cormack Memorial Scholarship PFLAG Napa Award Richard Janese Memorial Scholarship Rotary Club of Napa Scholarship (Napa Noontime Rotary) Shannon Lemieux Memorial Arts Scholarship (2) Shannon Nicole Lemieux Aquatic Scholarship (2) Sons of Italy Napa Lodge 2043 Scholarship The Presentation School Scholarship Yountville FOCUS Scholarship
HONOR ROLL of DONORS
JUSTIN-SIENA ENDOWED SCHOLARSHIPS Gifts to Endowed Scholarship Funds of Justin-Siena offer a unique opportunity for our benefactors to assist in fulfilling our mission. Benefactors can establish, in perpetuity, an endowed scholarship fund in their own name, a family name, or in memory or in honor of a loved one. On behalf of the students supported by the named Endowed Scholarship Funds in the 2017-18 fiscal year, we thank these donors. John Biale Scholarship Fund Mr. and Mrs. Pier Oddone
Robert C. Morrish Memorial Fund Mr. Kevin P. Daw ’75 and Mrs. Claire Daw
John Korte Memorial Fund Mr. and Mrs. John H. Korte
Damian Vella, MD Candle of Knowledge Scholarship Dr. David J. Danzeisen and Dr. Kathryn Holder Mr. and Mrs. Todd Eckblad Ms. Chawn L. Murray Mr. Jeffrey Neale and Jen Neale
Shannon Lemieux Memorial Scholarship Mr. Daniel D. Lemieux ’73 and Mrs. Lori Lemieux PG&E Corporation - Campaign for the Community Mr. Daniel Priest
Mr. Jon Cohen and Mrs. Julie Cohen Ms. Susan E. Gavinski Ms. Amy Geiger Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Hein
Veronica Zimmerman Memorial Scholarship Mr. Scott E. Carter
BR. CONRAD KEARNEY SCHOLARSHIP The Brother Conrad Memorial Scholarship Fund was established in 2002 when Brother Conrad retired after 34 years of service at Justin-Siena. Gifts to this Scholarship Fund are used annually for students in need of tuition assistance. He passed away in February. Read more on page 54. Mr. Mike Ashauer and Mrs. Patricia Andersen Ashauer ’79 Ms. Nancy Calle ’70 Mr. Michael H. Chouinard and Mrs. Francine Perata Chouinard ’75 Christian Brother Charitable Trust Ms. Georgine A. Clarke Mr. Robert C. Curtis ’01 and Mrs. Aimee Christensen Curtis ’01 Mr. Kevin P. Daw ’75 and Mrs. Claire Daw De La Salle Institute Mr. and Mrs. Eugene M. Dick Mr. and Mrs. Donald Gasser Mr. Dustin Gasser ’92 Ms. Dante Gasser ’95 Holly Family Community
Ms. Kelly Lann ’84 Mr. Kevin Lely and Mrs. Joanne Ianziti Lely ’74 Mr. and Mrs. Thomas McDermott Mr. Gary J. Menegon ’73 and Mrs. Roberta Menegon Ms. Lorraine M. Negri Mr. James F. Nolan ’71 and Mrs. Mary Nolan Provincialate Brothers Community Ms. Rosemarie Quinlan Mr. John Saltenberger ’81 Sisters of St. Dominic, Congregation of the Most Holy Name Brother Kevin M. Slate, FSC Mr. James K. Stevenson ’70 and Mrs. Fang Stevenson Robert H. Zeller, Attorney at Law
FIRE RELIEF FUND DONORS In light of the impact of the Wine Country Wildfires of Ocotber 2017, a Fire Relief Fund was established to help our affected students and faculty. We are most grateful to the following donors. Archbishop Rummel High School Mr. Jared Baird Ms. Danielle Batten Mr. and Mrs. John Bordelon Ms. Julie Bordelon Bordelon Foreman & Associates Brother James J. Brown, FSC Ms. Jennifer Carlson-Maloney Mr. Edward C. Charbonnet Mr. and Mrs. Antonio R. Chopitea Mr. Andrew Coleman Ms. Mary Costello Ms. Sarah Farris Ms. Madelin Z. Ferguson Mr. and Mrs. Thomas P. Flaherty
Mr. Anthony R. Genovese Mr. Michael Giambelluca Ms. Bridgette Graham Ms. Kristin Huffman Dr. and Mrs. Manly Hyde Mr. Michael Jordan Mr. Andrew E. Kelly and Mrs. Holly Kelly, MD Mrs. Natalie Kuzma ’05 La Salle High School, Pasadena Ms. Jean Lemanczyk Ms. Katherine Lemanczyk Mrs. Xiaozhen Li and Mr. Ziming Li Ms. Cassandra Maguire ’05 Brother Richard Moratto, FSC
Mr. David Napler Mr. Edward O’Connor Mr. Jerome Olup and Mrs. Kathleen Glenn Olup ’83 Ms. Adele Parker Mr. Dino Paternostro Ms. Isabel P. Poulsen ’20 Mr. Richard A. Reso Mr. and Mrs. Michael Rupprecht Mr. Tim Schmeckpeper Mr. Rolf Schumann Mr. Craig Sciambra Mr. Timothy J. Seymour Mr. and Mrs. Francis J. Sharkey Solvay High School
Mr. and Mrs. Mark Spansel Mr. SJ St. Martin St. Paul’s School Mr. and Mrs. Brian E. Sullivan Mr. Joseph A. Taranto Totino-Grace High School Mr. and Mrs. Rudy von Strasser Ms. Beth Walker Ms. Prudence Wong Ms. Antonia Woodford Dr. Thomas Zanardi ’86 and Mrs. Karen Zanardi
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HONOR ROLL of DONORS
IN KIND GIFT DONATIONS The following individuals and businesses provide support for special events and gatherings that fund capital improvements, student programs, and foster community engagement on and off the Justin-Siena campus. We are grateful for the incredible in-kind donations received during the 2017-18 school year that helped support many events, including our ACCESS 707 online wine auction. Alpha Omega Winery Artesa Vineyards and Winery Auberge du Soleil Aubert Wines Balletto Vineyards Bell Wine Cellars Mr. and Mrs. Kevin J. Belton Benessere Vineyards Benziger Family Winery Beringer Wine Estates Bistro Don Giovanni Boeschen Vineyards Broman Cellars Busters Southern Barbecue Cartelligent Chappellet Vineyard and Winery Claremont Club & Spa Corison Winery Etude Wines Far Niente Winery Freedom Estate Wine Frias Family Vineyard Frog’s Leap Winery
Mr. Darryl Fuimaono and Mrs. Maria Solis Fuimaono ’08 Fume Bistro and Bar Golden State Warriors Groth Vineyards and Winery Mr. and Mrs. George Gulbengay Mr. and Mrs. Shawn P. Guttersen Harvest Table Herb Lamb Vineyards Hilton Sacramento Arden West Hollywood and Vine Cellars Honig Vineyard & Winery Jacuzzi Family Vineyards Joseph Phelps Vineyards Mr. Edward D. Katz and Mrs. Mary Elizabeth Martin-Katz Kitchen Door Restaurant Mr. and Mrs. Gregory T. Kopra Laird Family Estate Las Alcobas, A Luxury Collection Hotel, Napa Valley Lawlers Liquors Lee Youngman Galley
Long Meadow Ranch Markham Vineyards Mr. George McKale Meadowood Napa Valley Michael Mondavi Family Estate Miner Family Winery Ms. Eileen M. Mize Morlet Family Vineyards Morton & Bassett Spices Napa Valley Performing Arts Center at Lincoln Theater Nina McLemore Olivewood Ranch Orin Swift Cellars Palmaz Vineyards Paradigm Winery Mr. and Mrs. David S. Phinney Rancho Caymus Inn Mr. and Mrs. John S. Reynolds Reynolds Family Winery San Francisco Giants Schramsberg Vineyards Scribe Winery
Shafer Vineyards Silver Oak Cellars Silverado Resort Six Flags Discovery Kingdom Brother Kevin M. Slate, FSC Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Soldati Mr. and Mrs. Jesus G. Solis Sonoma Raceway Speratus Wines Staglin Family Vineyard Steve Silver Productions, Inc. Sun House Flowers Swanson Vineyards & Winery the girl and the fig Trinitas Cellars Villa Corona von Strasser Winery Ms. Lisa A. Walter Mr. and Mrs. Russell Weis Whitehall Lane Winery ZD Wines Ms. Fanna Zhang
ACCESS 707 IN ITS THIRD YEAR Thank you to the many friends, families, and alumni who generously donated wine to ACCESS 707—and another thanks to those who bid on wine! This year’s online auction was held from November 8-12. If you have ties to a 707 area code winery, consider being a part of our growing auction. We are getting quite a following from outside our immediate Justin-Siena community, so just think of the exposure! All proceeds make an immediate impact on providing ACCESS to education. Thank you for your support! Gift forms and more information at: www.justin-siena.org/ACCESS707
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HONOR ROLL of DONORS
HONOR AND MEMORIAL GIFT PROGRAM A gift to the Honor-Memorial Gift Program is a wonderful way to honor someone dear, either living or deceased. The recipient of an Honor-Memorial gift will be remembered in the prayers of the Justin-Siena Community at the regular Masses and Prayer Services throughout the school year.
IN HONOR OF Mr. Stan Cordero and Mrs. Jeanie Cordero Mrs. Ann Bassett Mr. Tom Bassett Mr. and Mrs. David Ciabattari Gary Nelson Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Marino
IN MEMORY OF Bruce Anderton ’73 Brother Conrad Kearney, FSC Dick Beilke Mr. Chris A. Cardwell ’72 and Mrs. Anna Sousa Cardwell ’72 Clementine Biale (John Biale Scholarship Fund) Mr. and Mrs. Pier Oddone John Bouldt Mr. and Mrs. Michael Carroll Mr. and Mrs. Thomas McDermott Helen Louise (Defilippis) Burke Mr. and Mrs. Thomas McDermott John Canova Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Marino Raymond Capiaux Mr. Paul Woolls and Mrs. Betty O’Shaughnessy Woolls Donald Cumming Mr. and Mrs. Thomas McDermott Mary Donohoe Mr. and Mrs. John C. Adamo Ms. Winona M. Griffin Mr. Ronald Nasuti ’73 Ms. Lorraine M. Negri James Fidler Mr. and Mrs. Thomas McDermott Richard J. Janese (Richard J. Janese Scholarship Fund) Mr. and Mrs. Ronnie Gray Mr. and Mrs. Richard P. Janese, Jr. Mr. and Mrs. Richard P. Janese, Sr. Ms. Bonnie L. Karrigan Brother Conrad Kearney (Brother Conrad Kearney Scholarship)
Mr. Mike Ashauer and Mrs. Patricia Andersen Ashauer ’79 Ms. Nancy Calle ’70 Mr. Michael H. Chouinard and Mrs. Francine Perata Chouinard ’75 Christian Brother Charitable Trust Ms. Georgine A. Clarke Mr. Robert C. Curtis ’01 and Mrs. Aimee Christensen Curtis ’01 Mr. Kevin P. Daw ’75 and Mrs. Claire Daw De La Salle Institute Mr. and Mrs. Eugene M. Dick Mr. and Mrs. Donald Gasser Mr. Dustin Gasser ‘92 Ms. Dante Gasser ‘95 Holly Family Community Ms. Kelly Lann ‘84 Mr. Kevin Lely and Mrs. Joanne Ianziti Lely ’74 Mr. and Mrs. Thomas McDermott Mr. Gary J. Menegon ’73 and Mrs. Roberta Menegon Ms. Lorraine M. Negri Mr. James F. Nolan ’71 and Mrs. Mary Nolan Provincialate Brothers Community Ms. Rosemarie Quinlan Mr. John Saltenberger ‘81 Sisters of St. Dominic, Congregation of the Most Holy Name Brother Kevin M. Slate, FSC Mr. James K. Stevenson ’70 and Mrs. Fang Stevenson Robert H. Zeller, Attorney at Law Shannon Lemieux (Shannon Lemieux Memorial Scholarship) Mr. and Mrs. Darrel L. Howatt Mr. Daniel D. Lemieux ’73 and Mrs. Lori Lemieux PG&E Corporation - Campaign for the Community Mr. Daniel Priest Robert C. Morrish (Robert C. Morrish Memorial Fund) Mr. Kevin P. Daw ’75 and Mrs. Claire Daw Daniel O’Connor (Brother Daniel O’Connor Memorial Scholarship) Christian Brother Charitable Trust Holy Family Community Provincialate Brothers Community Lei Chin Poncia Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Marino Jess Romero (Jesus Romero Memorial Scholarship Fund) Ms. Virginia Romero Mr. Robert J. Romero ’81 and Mrs. Pilar Romero
Mr. Steve Sabillo and Mrs. Mary Romero Sabillo ’84 Rev. Antonio Valdivia Eloise Rota Mrs. Monica Wetmore Robert E. Rota Mr. Charles Dickenson ’71 and Mrs. Janine Dickenson Carl Sciambra Mr. and Mrs. Thomas McDermott Nello Tonegato Mr. and Mrs. Gerald Marino Elizabeth (Betty) Van Winden Mr. and Mrs. Gemy D’Adamo Mr. and Mrs. John H. Korte (John Korte III Scholarship Fund) Damian Vela (Damian Vela, MD Candle of Knowledge Scholarship) Dr. David J. Danzeisen and Dr. Kathryn Holder Mr. and Mrs. Todd Eckblad Kaiser Permanente Community Giving Campaign Ms. Chawn L. Murray Veronica Zimmermann (Veronica Zimmermann Memorial Scholarship Fund) Mr. and Mrs. Michael J. Hein Schwab Charitable Fund Mr. Jon Cohen and Mrs. Julie Cohen
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The amount of your gift is confidential and supports the Justin-Siena annual tuition assistance program. A letter is sent to the honoree or the family of the deceased informing them of your gift. For donation envelopes or information on how to create a permanent named fund, contact the Office of Advancement at 707.255.0950 ext. 628.
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MISSION MATTERS
WAYS TO GIVE | SUPPORTING JUSTIN-SIENA A Justin-Siena education provides unique opportunities for young men and women to develop lifelong habits of learning that provide a strong foundation on which to build their lives. An unrestricted gift to Justin-Siena helps support the annual activities of the school and enables the school to direct funds to where they are most needed. Types of gifts accepted at Justin-Siena include:
Cash Gifts
Alumni Generations Fund
Cash gifts include donations of cash, check or credit card. Gifts may be made online, through the Justin-Siena website and Parent Pledge gifts can be made through monthly direct debits by contacting Tiffany Wing at 707.255.0950 ext. 646.
Every year, children of Justin-Siena alumni join the freshman class, which strengthens the community and builds lasting legacies. To ensure that alumni families will always be a part of the school’s great legacy, and regardless of their ability to afford tuition, annual gifts to the Alumni Generations Fund will provide support for tuition assistance for alumni children. Make your gift online at www.justin-siena.org/support.
Gifts of Securities Gifts of stock offer two-fold savings. Donors pay no capital gains on the increased value of the appreciated stock and receive an income tax deduction for the full market value at the time of the gift. Transferring securities is easy; however, to ensure proper tax credit, timely acknowledgment, and accurate processing of your stock donation, please contact the Advancement Office for a transfer form and additional information.
Gifts of Real Estate Real property, either in its entirety or in part, can be deeded to Justin-Siena. It is even possible to arrange a sizable tax deduction by deeding a home or farm to the school now, while continuing to occupy the property for life. All real estate transactions are subject to inspection and final approval by the President and the Board of Trustees of Justin-Siena.
Matching Gifts Many employers participate in a matching gift program. This is a tremendous benefit that can double or even triple your gift to Justin-Siena. Check with your human resources department for matching gift forms.
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Memorial and Honorary Tribute Gifts These types of gifts provide a tribute in memory of a loved one’s passing or in honor of a person during his/her lifetime. Contact Tiffany Wing at 707.255.0950 ext. 646 for a form or make your gift online at www. justin-siena.org/support.
Legacy Circle Gifts Members of this society have thoughtfully included Justin-Siena in their estate plans or wills. These gifts of forethought and generosity take many forms: bequests, living trusts, annuities or other life income plans, which name Justin-Siena High School as a beneficiary of their estate plans or wills. If you would like more information about making a planned gift, contact Br. Kevin Slate, FSC, Assistant to the President at 707.255.0950 ext. 705.
Endowed Scholarship Funds Named Endowed Scholarship Funds offer a unique opportunity to our benefactors to assist in fulfilling our mission and to establish a lasting memory for future generations. For more information about creating a named endowed fund, contact Br. Kevin Slate, FSC, Assistant to the President, at 707.255.0950 ext. 705.
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Our Lasallian Catholic mission transforms lives that impact communities, and your investment of support makes that possible. As evidenced in this issue of Avanti, Justin-Siena takes seriously our call to develop servant leaders who understand their education has a purpose beyond the important knowledge and experiences we provide.
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The Julibee celebrates the 300th Anniversary of the death of St. John Baptist de La Salle. It offers the opportunity to express our faith through concrete actions in favor of those most in need. The Jubilee Year begins November 17, 2018 and will continue through December 31, 2019. Read more page 6-7.
Justin-Siena is proud to announce that Jordan Bowman-Davis ’19 (5) and Mary Catherine Hyde ’19 (8) have earned prestigious recognition for their academic achievement as National Merit® Semifinalists, the only two students honored as such in Napa County this year. The school also proudly announces that Emily Breneisen ’19 (9), Brett Carey ’19 (3), Aidan Dolinar ’19 (6), Lucy Harrington ’19 (1), Connor Havlek ’19 (4), Gary Laski ’19 (7), and Conrad Say ’19 (2), have been named Commended Students in the 2019 National Merit Scholarship Program.
